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Japan's LDP and JIP Explore Coalition Ahead of Election

10/18/2025

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On October 15, 2025, the Liberal Democratic Party and the Japan Innovation Party agreed to discuss a coalition after Komeito withdrew.
LDP President Sanae Takaichi met opposition leaders to back her prime minister bid.
JIP leader Hirofumi Yoshimura expressed confidence in Takaichi's leadership.
The coalition would hold 231 seats in the lower house, just short of a majority.
Parliamentary session begins October 21 to elect a new prime minister.

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Story summary

On October 15, 2025, the Liberal Democratic Party and the Japan Innovation Party agreed to discuss a coalition after Komeito withdrew.
LDP President Sanae Takaichi met opposition leaders to back her prime minister bid.
JIP leader Hirofumi Yoshimura expressed confidence in Takaichi's leadership.
The coalition would hold 231 seats in the lower house, just short of a majority.
Parliamentary session begins October 21 to elect a new prime minister.