12:31 (03:31)â¢The PM Who Wouldn't Stand
âšThe newspapers report on Prime Minister Ishiba's diplomatic conduct at APEC, facing criticism for remaining seated during leader greetings (Kyodo, Nikkei). On the domestic front, the ruling coalition and the Democratic People's Party near agreement on economic measures, with focus on addressing the Â¥1.03 million income threshold issue (Sankei, Yahoo). Actor Hirano Shohei, known for his bicycle travel shows, has passed away at 75 (NHK, Yomiuri).