What is really behind Japan’s planned cabinet shake-up?
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi remains in a strong position despite a poll showing falling support for her administration, ahead of an expected cabinet reshuffle to bolster her coalition government. A new cabinet could help the government win over voters, reward ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) lawmakers and win the support of junior coalition partner Ishin no Kai, analysts have…
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's administration is facing a decline in support, despite polls showing her strong position. A cabinet reshuffle is expected in mid- or late September to bolster her coalition government and win over voters. The government plans to introduce a tax reform package, including a consumption tax cut for food, in mid-September.
Analysts suggest that Takaichi may seek a "fresh-look" cabinet to address declining approval ratings and gain support from junior coalition partner Ishin no Kai. The reshuffle might involve at least 70 to 100 LDP lawmakers, potentially bringing in new faces to foster loyalty. Ishin no Kai, a smaller party, is likely to gain a representative in the cabinet, as the LDP lacks a majority in the upper house.
The post of LDP secretary general, currently held by Shunichi Suzuki, is a key position in any reshuffle, as Suzuki's support would be crucial for Takaichi's party leadership election in 2027.
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