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Xi Offers Condolences for Ex-Japan PM Murayama’s Passing

My News2025-10-1902 mins

President Xi Jinping of the Chinese mainland sent condolences to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba over former PM Tomiichi Murayama’s passing, conveying sympathies to his family.

Can Sanae Takaichi Become Japan’s First Female PM?

My News2025-10-1903 mins

Sanae Takaichi’s path to Japan’s PM seat hinges on an Oct 21 vote, coalition talks, and rival party maneuvers. Will she make history?

Japan’s LDP + Ishin Team Up for Historic Coalition, Paving Way for 1st Female PM

My News2025-10-1902 mins

Japan’s LDP and Ishin have agreed to form a coalition government, setting the stage for the country’s first female prime minister.

Japan to Elect New PM on October 21

My News2025-10-1702 mins

Japan’s ruling LDP and opposition CDPJ will vote on Oct 21 to select a new prime minister. Frontrunner Sanae Takaichi plans to tackle living costs with a supplementary budget.

PM Ishiba Urges Confronting WWII Past on 80th Anniversary

My News2025-10-1203 mins

On the 80th anniversary of WWII’s end, PM Ishiba urges a sober look at Japan’s past, warning against nationalism and calling for courage to face history.

What’s Next for Japan After LDP-Komeito Split?

My News2025-10-1103 mins

Komeito ends its 26-year alliance with Japan’s LDP over a funding scandal, raising big questions for Sanae Takaichi’s PM bid and future policies.

Japan Opposition Eyes Unified Candidate to Block Takaichi’s Rise

My News2025-10-1102 mins

Japan’s opposition parties are uniting behind a single candidate to block Sanae Takaichi’s bid for prime minister after Komeito split from the ruling coalition.

Japan’s Komeito Quits 25-Year LDP Coalition Over Funding Dispute

My News2025-10-1004 mins

Japan’s junior coalition partner Komeito is ending its 25-year alliance with the LDP over disagreements on political funding reforms, shaking up the race for the next prime minister.