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A senior LDP official suggests Japan should revisit its long-standing three non-nuclear principles amid ongoing reliance on the U.S. nuclear umbrella, indicating potential discussions on nuclear policy revisions.
Sanae Takaichi, known as Japan's 'Iron Lady' and a conservative politician inspired by Margaret Thatcher, is set to become Japan's first female prime minister, promising a right-leaning government focused on security, strong US-Japan relations, and maintaining traditional social policies amidst a challenging political landscape.
Sanae Takaichi, leader of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, is poised to become the country's first female prime minister after her party forms a coalition with Japan Innovation Party, securing enough support for her election in parliament.
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party and the Japan Innovation Party are forming a coalition, paving the way for Sanae Takaichi to become Japan's first female Prime Minister, after her party's recent leadership change and political realignment.
Japan's Liberal Democratic Party and Japan Innovation Party have agreed to form a coalition government, paving the way for the country's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, with formal signing expected soon and Ishin lawmakers set to support her in parliament.
The long-standing coalition between Japan's Komeito and the Liberal Democratic Party has ended, complicating Takaichi Sanae's political ambitions amid the political upheaval.
The Liberal Democratic Party and Nippon Ishin are negotiating a coalition and the potential election of Sanae Takaichi as Japan's prime minister, sharing policy goals and ideological similarities, with discussions covering topics like a secondary capital and social security reform.
Sanae Takaichi's chances of becoming Japan's next prime minister have increased as her party, the LDP, considers forming a coalition with Nippon Ishin no Kai, which could replace Komeito as a partner.
Following Komeito's dissolution of its coalition with the LDP, opposition parties like the CDP and DPP are considering uniting behind a single candidate, potentially Yuichiro Tamaki, for the upcoming prime minister election, with plans to convene parliament early October to facilitate the process amid upcoming diplomatic summits.
Japan's ruling coalition collapsed after Komeito withdrew support from the LDP over a scandal, jeopardizing Sanae Takaichi's bid to become the country's first female prime minister, leading to political uncertainty ahead of major diplomatic events.
Komeito has decided to leave the ruling coalition with the LDP over disagreements on political donation restrictions and other issues, complicating Sanae Takaichi's bid for prime minister as the ruling party now faces the challenge of securing support from opposition parties.
Komeito is reportedly quitting Japan's ruling coalition led by the LDP due to unresolved political funding issues, which could impact the upcoming prime ministerial vote and the formation of Sanae Takaichi's government, making her the first woman to lead Japan's ruling party.
U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Sanae Takaichi, the newly elected leader of Japan's LDP, on her path to becoming Japan's first female prime minister, praising her wisdom and strength.
Japanese stocks reached a record high after Sanae Takaichi was named the ruling party's leader, positioning her as Japan's next prime minister. The market responded positively to her pro-business stance, though concerns remain about the yen's decline and economic challenges ahead.
Sanae Takaichi, a conservative and nationalist, is poised to become Japan's first female prime minister, representing a shift to the right for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. Her leadership could influence Japan's domestic policies and its relations with the US, especially under the influence of her admiration for Margaret Thatcher. Her rise also marks a significant milestone for gender equality in Japan, though her conservative views may limit progress on women's issues.