04:37⇢Koizumi's Economic Mandate
⌨Japanese media continues to report on Koizumi's bid for the LDP presidency, with a new focus on his commitment to economic growth (The Japan Times, Yahoo News Japan). Separately, the diplomatic efforts between Trump and Xi, including their planned APEC meeting and discussions around TikTok, remain a recurring theme (Nikkei Asia, Nikkei Shimbun). King Charles's private counsel to Trump is also noted (Japan Business Press).