New Japan PM vows political reforms, eyes economic package – The Mainichi
Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba holds his first press conference after the inauguration of his Cabinet at his office in Tokyo…
Japan’s new PM Ishiba faces challenges in building lasting gov’t – The Mainichi
Shigeru Ishiba, center, the head of Japan's ruling party, the Liberal Democratic Party, casts a vote for Japan's new prime minister at…
Who is Shigeru Ishiba, Japan’s new Prime Minister
Banker-turned-politician Shigeru Ishiba has been elected as the new Prime Minister of Japan. He will succeed former PM Fumio Kishida as the chief of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).…
Japan’s new first lady a hometown favorite, more popular than husband – The Mainichi
Yoshiko Ishiba, the wife of Japan's new prime minister, celebrates in Tottori, western Japan, after her husband Shigeru Ishiba was elected leader…
Japanese parliament confirms Ishiba as new PM
Parliament confirms Shigeru Ishiba's appointment after he won contest to lead ruling LDP party.Japan's parliament has confirmed Shigeru Ishiba as the new prime minister. Members of the ruling Liberal Democratic…
Japan’s new minister prime is his own party’s sternest critic
ISHIBA SHIGERU, Japan's new minister primeknows what his colleagues think of him. “I have undoubtedly hurt many people's feelings, caused unpleasant experiences and made many suffer,” he said apologetically in…
Japan Gas Lobby Urges Government to Help With Open Contracts
(Bloomberg) -- Japan's liquefied natural gas buyers — among the world's biggest — are struggling to ensure supply contracts are flexible enough, and need the government to help negotiate better…
Ishiba makes first major remarks as Japan’s new PM | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News
Japan's new Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru on Tuesday highlighted his priorities in his first news conference after taking office. They include political reform, revising a major agreement with an ally…
Accountant gets suspended term for false reports in LDP funds scandal – The Mainichi
This file photo shows a building that houses the Tokyo District and High courts in the capital's Chiyoda Ward. (Mainichi) TOKYO (Kyodo)…
Japanese Yen Soars on Japan’s Political Drama – Action Forex
The Japanese yen has steadied on Monday after posting huge gains on Friday. USD/JPY is trading at 142.43 in the European session, up 0.15%. Incoming PM Ishiba says he'll call…