According to NHK, Prime Minister Abe has determined his new cabinet to support his growth strategy, retaining the key ministers.  It was initially rumored that the reshuffle could be significant this time; however, Abe opted for stability over surprise and only 10 out of 18 ministers will be changed. Among the newcomers, Tomomi Inada, his hawkish ally who is expected to be appointed as Minister of Defense, is drawing extra attentions from China and South Korea. The official appointment shall be announced later today. For more details, please click the link below to NHK World and refer to the attached list of the new ministers.