Shigeru Ishiba, who was recently elected as the President of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), is making plans for vital appointments within the party and the cabinet. He is considering retaining the current Chief Cabinet Secretary, Yoshimasa Hayashi, while also proposing that LDP General Council Chairperson Hiroshi Moriyama take on the role of secretary general. There are also discussions about appointing the former Environment Minister, Shinjiro Koizumi, as the chairperson of the LDP Election Strategy Committee.

At 67 years of age, Ishiba is actively arranging to fill key LDP executive and cabinet positions after winning the party's presidential election. Koizumi, who is 43, finished third in the initial voting round but is seen by many within the party as a strong candidate to represent the LDP in the upcoming elections. Hayashi, 63, has a wealth of political experience, serving in many ministerial roles, and is recognized for his skilled political acumen.

Ishiba emphasized the importance of choosing individuals for positions that align with their strengths, indicating that appointments will be made to maximize the talents of each candidate. The selection of key figures such as the secretary general and Chief Cabinet Secretary is crucial for managing the administration effectively. Speculation exists about potential dates for a lower house election, with candidates anticipating campaigning to begin soon.

Party members are eager to leverage the recent leadership contest momentum into the upcoming elections, prompting Ishiba to focus on selecting a secretary general who can efficiently oversee this process. Moreover, Ishiba is faced with the challenge of unifying the party, especially following the recent dissolution of political factions due to a scandal involving political funds. He has expressed that the appointment process will not be influenced by factional quotas. Ishiba plans to announce the new leadership lineup on Monday and is set to be nominated for Prime Minister during an extraordinary Diet session on Tuesday, with a new cabinet expected to be formed later that same day.