Sanae Takaichi Poised to Become Japan's First Female Prime Minister Amid Political Turmoil
TL;DR
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party elected Sanae Takaichi as its new leader, making her the likely first female prime minister of Japan, amid ongoing political challenges and upcoming diplomatic tests, including a potential summit with U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Japan’s ruling party votes for a new leader, hoping to regain public trust and stay in power AP News
- Sanae Takaichi set to become Japan's first female prime minister BBC
- Japan Set for First Female Prime Minister Amid U.S. Friction Over Trade, Security The Wall Street Journal
- Japan’s ruling party is in crisis as voters swing to right-wing rivals. Can a new leader save it? CNN
- What to Know About Japan’s Leadership Election The New York Times
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