Japan getting its first female prime minister, ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi

Japan’s parliament has elected hawk Sanae Takaichi as the country’s first female prime minister. Her win comes ahead of a scheduled visit by President Trump next week.

Oct 21, 2025 0

Japan getting its first female prime minister, ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi

Japan’s parliament has elected hawk Sanae Takaichi as the country’s first female prime minister. Her win comes ahead of a scheduled visit by President Trump next week.

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