"In major countries around the world, extremely exclusionary right-wing parties that advocate nationalism and anti-immigration are rapidly growing in popularity. The term "populism" is frequently used. In the UK, Reform UK is currently gaining influence, while the traditional Conservative Party, led by Churchill and Thatcher, has declined to become the fourth largest party. In essence, the inclusive and moderate traditional Conservative Party is fading away. The United States is under a Republican administration. However, this Republican Party is completely different from the traditional Republican Party of figures like Lincoln and Reagan. While it carries the Republican label, it has been effectively taken over by what could be called the 'New Trump Party.' The influence of the traditional Republican Party is nowhere to be found. In short, the once-respected Republican Party is now a shadow of it's former self. In many countries, inclusive and benevolent conservative parties are steadily declining, while exclusionary right-wing parties are gaining momentum. This has led to a situation where nations are becoming increasingly divided."
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, during a speech delivered on August 28, 2025 in Sapporo. {{Cite web|url=https://www.sankei.com/article/20250901-VB3MNQARYFCODD4RJMQUYF4QZE/|title=Former Prime Minister Kishida: "The US Republican Party has been taken over by Trump's new party," pointing out that it is different from traditional conservative parties
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