Japan’s parliament elects ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi as nation’s first female prime minister
Summary
Japan’s parliament elected Sanae Takaichi as the country's first female prime minister. Takaichi, a member of the conservative Liberal Democratic Party, replaced outgoing Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. Her party formed a new coalition to support her government.Key Facts
- Sanae Takaichi became Japan’s first female prime minister.
- The election took place in the lower house of Japan’s parliament.
- Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party formed a coalition with the Japan Innovation Party.
- Takaichi replaced Shigeru Ishiba, who resigned after one year as prime minister.
- Takaichi won the majority with 237 votes against 149 for opposition candidate Yoshikoko Noda.
- Takaichi has conservative views, opposing same-sex marriage and not supporting gender equality measures.
- Her government faces challenges due to a lack of a strong majority in both parliament houses.
- Takaichi plans to address economic issues and international relations, including talks with President Donald Trump.
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