13:05⇢Takaichi Premiership Closer
⌨Japanese media continues to highlight significant progress in coalition talks between the LDP and Nippon Ishin, with reports indicating Takaichi is likely to be chosen as Prime Minister (Nikkei Shimbun, Yahoo News Japan, The Japan Times). Ishin's demand for Diet member cuts, a previous sticking point, appears to have been accepted. Separately, stories continue on Takaichi's diplomatic efforts (Japan Business Press) and a racial discrimination lawsuit (Huffington Post Japan).