Sanae Takaichi has made history by becoming Japan’s first female Prime Minister, following her election as leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and approval by parliament. Known for her socially conservative views, nationalist stance, and admiration for former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Takaichi inherits a complex political landscape. She must address economic challenges, including stagnation and rising living costs, while managing delicate social issues and Japan’s international relations. A protégé of the late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, her policies continue his legacy of fiscal stimulus, stronger defence, and assertive diplomacy, particularly regarding China and Taiwan. Her leadership marks both a historic milestone and the start of a demanding premiershi

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