Event Brief
Japan's Takaichi Reappointed PM as LDP Parliament Meets
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 3:04 AM ET
Summary: Fumio Takaichi has been reappointed as Prime Minister as the LDP-dominated parliament convenes for a new session.
WHO: Fumio Takaichi
WHAT: Reappointed as Prime Minister
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET
WHERE: Tokyo
WHY: To lead the LDP-dominated parliament
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