Japan PM Abe orders new stimulus package after election win

Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe delivers a press conference at his official residence in Tokyo, Japan, 06 October 2015, after Japan reached final agreement on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). On late 05 October, 12 Pacific Rim countries including Japan reached an agreement on the TPP that will lift most duties on trade and investment, set new business standards and protect intellectual property rights. EPA/FRANCK ROBICHON

The Nikkei share average ended at 15,708.82 points, a one-week closing high, after earlier touching its highest intraday level since June 24. The yen fell to 102 versus the dollar following Abe's resounding election win and announcement of the stimulus package. - Reuters