Shinzo Abe returned as Japan prime minister for a rare second term in December 2012, pledging to revive growth with his “Abenomics” mix of hyper-easy monetary policy, government spending and reforms. He also pledged to beef up Japan’s defence and revise the constitution. He was then called the “comeback kid”.
Eight years later, when he resigns from office over health issues, he has cemented his place in history books. And he leaves behind a rich legacy, especially when it comes to Japan’s relationship with India. Read More…