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October 4, 2025 12:19 PM

Japan’s Takaichi set to become country’s first female PM

Japan's ruling party picked conservative nationalist Sanae Takaichi as its new head on Saturday, putting her on course to become the country's first female prime minister. The Liberal Democratic Party elected Takaichi, 64, to regain trust from a pub...

September 27, 2024 1:06 PM

Veteran lawmaker Ishiba set to become Japan PM

Former Defence Minister Shigeru Ishiba was set on Friday to become Japan's next prime minister after winning a closely fought contest in his fifth and final attempt to lead the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. The 67-year-old prevailed over hardline...

 

Last updated on: 7th Oct 2025