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Japan's 'Iron Lady' Sanae Takaichi Poised to Become First Female Prime Minister

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Source: BBC
Japan's 'Iron Lady' Sanae Takaichi Poised to Become First Female Prime Minister
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Sanae Takaichi, a prominent conservative politician and member of Japan's ruling LDP, has won the party leadership on its 70th anniversary, positioning her to become Japan's first female prime minister. Known for her strong conservative stance and inspired by Margaret Thatcher, she aims to revitalize Japan's economy and address social issues, while navigating a party facing declining support and rising far-right influence.

Topics:worldpolitics#conservative#female-prime-minister#japan#ldp#politics#sanae-takaichi
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  1. Who is Japan's 'Iron Lady' Sanae Takaichi?  BBC
  2. Japan Is Set for Its First Female Prime Minister  The New York Times
  3. Japan ruling party picks new leader, likely to become country’s first female prime minister  CNN
  4. Inspired by Thatcher, Japan's PM-in-waiting Takaichi smashes glass ceiling  Reuters
  5. What awaits probable Japan PM Sanae Takaichi? 5 things to know  Nikkei Asia

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