By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Scoopico
  • Home
  • U.S.
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • True Crime
  • Entertainment
  • Life
  • Money
  • Tech
  • Travel
Reading: Sanae Takaichi turns into Japan’s first feminine prime minister
Share
Font ResizerAa
ScoopicoScoopico
Search

Search

  • Home
  • U.S.
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • True Crime
  • Entertainment
  • Life
  • Money
  • Tech
  • Travel

Latest Stories

Former French president Sarkozy begins a 5-year jail sentence
Former French president Sarkozy begins a 5-year jail sentence
U.S. and Australia Signal Crucial Minerals Deal to Counter China
U.S. and Australia Signal Crucial Minerals Deal to Counter China
Rachael Kirkconnell Says She and Matt James Didn’t Have Intercourse for ‘Years’
Rachael Kirkconnell Says She and Matt James Didn’t Have Intercourse for ‘Years’
Ratos AB (publ) 2025 Q3 – Outcomes – Earnings Name Presentation (OTCMKTS:RTOBF) 2025-10-21
Ratos AB (publ) 2025 Q3 – Outcomes – Earnings Name Presentation (OTCMKTS:RTOBF) 2025-10-21
Japan getting its first feminine prime minister, ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi
Japan getting its first feminine prime minister, ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
2025 Copyright © Scoopico. All rights reserved
Sanae Takaichi turns into Japan’s first feminine prime minister
News

Sanae Takaichi turns into Japan’s first feminine prime minister

Scoopico
Last updated: October 21, 2025 6:15 am
Scoopico
Published: October 21, 2025
Share
SHARE



TOKYO — Lawmakers in Japan elected hardline conservative Sanae Takaichi as prime minister on Tuesday, making her the primary lady in trendy instances to steer the important thing U.S. ally.

Takaichi, 64, the brand new chief of the governing Liberal Democratic Social gathering (LDP), was elected by lawmakers within the decrease home of parliament by a vote of 237-149 over her closest rival, Yoshihiko Noda, chief of the liberal opposition Constitutional Democratic Social gathering. She was additionally elected by higher home lawmakers in a second vote of 125-46 after falling one vote shy of a majority within the first spherical.

Although her election is a milestone in a rustic the place girls are severely underrepresented in authorities, Takaichi enters workplace with a fragile coalition and dealing with a lot of urgent challenges, together with a go to subsequent week by President Donald Trump.

A protege of assassinated former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, Takaichi advocates a stronger navy, harder immigration insurance policies and the revision of Japan’s pacifist structure. She is a veteran politician who has served as minister of financial safety, inside affairs and gender equality.

Earlier this month Takaichi was elected chief of the LDP, which has ruled Japan nearly uninterrupted since World Warfare II, after operating unsuccessfully in 2021 and 2024. Her ascension to prime minister was thrown into doubt, nonetheless, after an important accomplice, the centrist occasion Komeito, left the LDP coalition.

To make sure her victory, the LDP signed a deal on Monday with the Osaka-based Japan Innovation Social gathering, or Ishin, that can pull its coalition additional to the proper.

Even with the alliance, Takaichi faces an uphill battle in parliament, the place she falls wanting a majority in each homes after the LDP suffered main losses in current elections amid voter anger over occasion corruption scandals and the rising value of dwelling.

“She emerges from this a diminished chief from the get-go,” stated Jeff Kingston, a professor of Asian research and historical past at Temple College’s Japan campus.

Takaichi additionally faces an early take a look at subsequent week with the arrival of Trump, who’s making his first journey to Asia since returning to workplace. He’s anticipated to go to Malaysia and Japan earlier than persevering with on to South Korea, which is internet hosting a significant summit of Asia-Pacific economies.

“She doesn’t have an entire lot of time to prepare for a slew of diplomatic exercise,” Kingston stated. “However I feel job one is the Japanese financial system.”

Arata Yamamoto reported from Tokyo, and Jennifer Jett from Hong Kong.

[/gpt3]

World’s tallest sunflower blooms as tribute to Ukraine
7/8: CBS Night Information – CBS Information
Trump calls escalator and tech malfunctions on the UN 'triple sabotage'
On-line customers unfold misinformation about Charlie Kirk's alleged killer's id
Refreshing to see tariffs used as a weapon for peace
Share This Article
Facebook Email Print

POPULAR

Former French president Sarkozy begins a 5-year jail sentence
U.S.

Former French president Sarkozy begins a 5-year jail sentence

U.S. and Australia Signal Crucial Minerals Deal to Counter China
Politics

U.S. and Australia Signal Crucial Minerals Deal to Counter China

Rachael Kirkconnell Says She and Matt James Didn’t Have Intercourse for ‘Years’
Entertainment

Rachael Kirkconnell Says She and Matt James Didn’t Have Intercourse for ‘Years’

Ratos AB (publ) 2025 Q3 – Outcomes – Earnings Name Presentation (OTCMKTS:RTOBF) 2025-10-21
Money

Ratos AB (publ) 2025 Q3 – Outcomes – Earnings Name Presentation (OTCMKTS:RTOBF) 2025-10-21

Japan getting its first feminine prime minister, ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi
News

Japan getting its first feminine prime minister, ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi

Caesars Sportsbook Promo Code 2025
Sports

Caesars Sportsbook Promo Code 2025

Scoopico

Stay ahead with Scoopico — your source for breaking news, bold opinions, trending culture, and sharp reporting across politics, tech, entertainment, and more. No fluff. Just the scoop.

  • Home
  • U.S.
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • True Crime
  • Entertainment
  • Life
  • Money
  • Tech
  • Travel
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service

2025 Copyright © Scoopico. All rights reserved

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?