TOKYO -- Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is expected to replace Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi while retaining ruling Liberal Democratic Party Secretary-General Toshimitsu Motegi in a cabinet and party leadership reshuffle slated for Wednesday, Nikkei has learned.
Kishida spoke with Motegi and other senior LDP members on Friday to convey his plans. Besides Motegi, LDP Vice President Taro Aso is expected to keep his post. Kishida will meet with other party members on Monday to secure their support.
