TOKYO -- Komeito, the long-standing political partner of Japan's powerful Liberal Democratic Party, said Friday it is withdrawing from the ruling coalition following the election of Sanae Takaichi as the LDP's leader, citing policy differences on tightening political fundraising rules.
Japan leadership race
Japan's Komeito leaves ruling coalition, dealing blow to Takaichi's LDP
End to 26-year partnership sparks uncertainty over prime ministeral appointment
Sanae Takaichi, Japan's new Liberal Democratic Party leader, right, meets Komeito counterpart Tetsuo Saito in parliament on Oct. 10. (Photo by Ken Suzuki)
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