Japan's Foreign Minister Motegi likely to be retained in Cabinet reshuffle
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is likely to retain Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi in an upcoming reshuffle of her Cabinet
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to keep Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi in an upcoming Cabinet reshuffle, according to government sources. The reorganization of the Cabinet and Takaichi's LDP party leadership may occur later this month. Motegi, a former rival in the LDP leadership race, will remain in his position despite diplomatic tensions involving the Middle East conflict, strained relations with China, and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara is also anticipated to maintain his role in Takaichi's first significant Cabinet reshuffle since assuming office in October 2022. In restructuring the LDP leadership, Takaichi plans to retain the former Prime Minister Taro Aso as vice president, along with his brother-in-law Shunichi Suzuki, who serves as secretary general, according to individuals familiar with the decision.
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