Tag: Japanese prime minister
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Sanae Takaichi: Japan’s likely first female prime minister and her hawkish, non-feminist path to power
Who is Sanae Takaichi? Sanae Takaichi, 64, has emerged as the most influential face of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) after winning its leadership race. A veteran of national politics since 1993, she has built a reputation as a hardline, national-security oriented conservative. Analysts say her bid to become Japan’s first female prime minister…
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Sanae Takaichi: Japan’s Self-Styled ‘Iron Lady’ Eyes the Prime Minister’s Office
Japan’s Quest for an Iron Lady In a landmark moment for Japanese politics, Sanae Takaichi has emerged as the LDP’s leader on its 70th anniversary, setting a clear course toward becoming Japan’s first female prime minister. Drawing comparisons to Margaret Thatcher, whose nickname as the “Iron Lady” symbolized resolve and reform, Takaichi has framed her…
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Sanae Takaichi Set to Be Japan’s First Female PM Leader
A historic win for the LDP and Japan The Liberal Democratic Party has chosen Sanae Takaichi as its leader, setting the stage for what would be Japan’s first female prime minister. In a tightly watched runoff against Shinjiro Koizumi, Takaichi prevailed as the party’s choice, signaling a shift toward a more traditional, conservative leadership style…