Japanese PM Takaichi Reshuffles Cabinet to Strengthen Position Before Re-election Campaign

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has reshuffled her cabinet and made changes within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) executive. This move, occurring 11 months into her term, is widely interpreted as an effort to consolidate her faction's power and block potential rivals. The changes are seen as strategic preparation for the upcoming LDP presidential race next fall.