Cabinet

South Korea justice nominee withdraws in Lee’s second Cabinet setback as polls slide

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung acknowledged shortcomings in his administration’s screening of nominees.

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Japan PM projects stability with Cabinet reshuffle but remains ‘on thin ice’: Experts

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (front row, centre) and members of her reshuffled Cabinet at the Prime Minister’s Office in Tokyo on Sept 17.

Japan PM reshuffles Cabinet, keeps key ministers, coalition ally gets post

The reshuffle signalled prioritising continuity as Sanae Takaichi enters the second year of her premiership.

Italy's Meloni says she aims to remain in office until end of term

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni delivers closing remarks at a rally celebrating her government's record as the longest-serving administration in Italy's republican history, in Bari, Italy, September 4, 2026. REUTERS/Remo Casilli

Japan PM Takaichi retains most key ruling party execs in 1st reshuffle

The reshuffle comes ahead of changes to Takaichi’s Cabinet on Sept 17.

Prabowo replaces Finance Minister Purbaya in long-awaited Indonesian Cabinet shake-up

Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa’s departure comes after months of speculation over his position amid investor concerns over Indonesia’s fiscal policy.

Sweden's election could bring far right a place at the heart of government

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi to prioritise continuity in Cabinet reshuffle

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is looking to shuffle her Cabinet line-up possibly sometime in September.

Taiwan proposes extra $5.8 billion in defence spending for 2026

Taiwan’s government has made defence modernisation and increased spending a core policy.

Italy's revolving-door governments — the numbers behind the instability

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at Chigi Palace, in Rome, Italy, October 24, 2024. REUTERS/Remo Casilli

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