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Keizo Obuchi was a Japanese politician of the Liberal Democratic Party who served as prime minister from July 1998 until April 2000. His government responded to Japan's prolonged economic stagnation with fiscal stimulus and financial-sector measures, while also pursuing political and diplomatic initiatives. Obuchi suffered a stroke in April 2000 and died the following month, shortly after leaving office.
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When was Keizo Obuchi prime minister of Japan?
Keizo Obuchi served as prime minister from July 1998 until April 2000. He was a member of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party.
What economic problem did Obuchi's government face?
His government faced Japan's prolonged stagnation after the collapse of the asset-price bubble. It responded with fiscal stimulus and measures aimed at stabilizing the financial sector.
What happened to Keizo Obuchi in 2000?
Obuchi suffered a serious stroke in April 2000 while serving as prime minister. He was replaced by Yoshiro Mori and died later that month.
Which political party did Keizo Obuchi belong to?
Obuchi belonged to Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, commonly abbreviated LDP. He also served as party president while he was prime minister.
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