Obuchi marks victory

A handshake in symbol of harmony after Foreign Minister Keizo Obuchi (2nd from left) wins the presidential election of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party July 24. Others joining in the multiple handshake are outgoing Prime Minister Ryutaro Hashimoto (left), and the two losing candidates: Health and Welfare Minister Junichiro Koizumi (3rd from left) and former Chief Cabinet Secretary Seiroku Kajiyama (4th from left). Obuchi is set to be formally installed as prime minister by the Diet July 30.

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