Former Miyazaki Governor Hideo Higashikokubaru announced on April 9 that he will run in the 2027 gubernatorial election, citing the need to revitalize the prefecture. Speaking in Miyazaki City, he pointed to economic decline and demographic challenges as key issues requiring new leadership. He outlined plans to strengthen core industries such as agriculture, tourism, and services, while promoting manufacturing as an additional economic pillar. He also emphasized infrastructure development, including efforts toward the Higashikyushu Shinkansen, and measures to address population decline. The race is expected to be contested, with incumbent Governor Shunji Kono and another candidate already indicating plans to run. Source: Nikkei / MRT News
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