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Japan's Conservative Takaichi Set To Become Next Prime Minister

Oct 6, 2025 | 20:21 GMT

Sanae Takaichi, the newly elected LDP leader, on Oct. 4 in Tokyo.
Sanae Takaichi, the newly elected LDP leader, on Oct. 4 in Tokyo.

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In Japan, soon-to-be Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will lean into populism, spurring near-term growth but exacerbating long-term economic challenges, while her nationalism will bolster Japan's military and boost U.S. ties even as it strains those with Japan's neighbors....

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