Dhaka, Tuesday, Mar 03, 2026
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has elected Sanae Takaichi as its new leader, paving the way for the 64-year-old conservative politician to become the country’s first female prime minister.Takaichi, a veteran lawmaker known for her staunch right-wing views, secured victory in the party leadership race on Friday, following weeks of intense campaigning within the LDP. Her election comes after outgoing Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation last month, citing a series of electoral setbacks that cost the ruling coalition its majority in both chambers of parliament.A protégé of the late former leader Shinzo Abe, Takaichi has vowed to revive his signature economic policies — known as Abenomics — focusing on aggressive fiscal spending and easy monetary policy to stimulate growth. She inherits a sluggish economy marked by persistent inflation, stagnant wages, and growing frustration among Japanese households.Takaichi’s ascension marks a historic moment for Japan, which has never had a female ...
