Japan: Prime Minister Takaichi strengthened after parliamentary election

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi scored a clear victory in the parliamentary election with her LDP party. The stable majority is likely to accelerate Takaichi’s plans to strengthen national defense.

Leonardo Pape

08. February 2026

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Leonardo Pape

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Last updated: 08. February 2026