Tag: Sanae Takaichi

The cabinet of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has lifted a ban on exporting lethal weapons, including fighter jets, in a major shift to Japan’s pacifist post-World War II constitution. ...

Japan's Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi has announced that the government will start releasing national oil stockpiles on March 26, 2026, as the country braces for possible shortages caused by the ...

Japanese Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi has expressed hopes of deepening her relationship with US President Donald Trump. She also seeks to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in rare earths ...

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has dissolved the lower house of Parliament, paving the way for a snap election on February 8, 2026. The dissolution of the 465-member lower house ...

The gunman who killed Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been sentenced to life in prison. Judge Shinichi Tanaka handed down the sentence against Tetsuya Yamagami at a court ...

Japan’s Prime Minister, ⁠Sanae Takaichi has announced that she ‍will dissolve parliament ‍on Friday ⁠and call a general election to ‌seek voter backing for her ‌spending ‌plans and ⁠other policies. ...

Japan's Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi will host South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in her hometown tomorrow, Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in a summit meant to stabilize ties between the ...

Japan has cautioned people of potential aftershocks after a late-night 7.5 magnitude earthquake caused injuries, light damage and a tsunami in Pacific coastal communities. The 7.5 magnitude quake struck around ...

Japanese Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi has announced that she wants to hold a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Speaking at a rally demanding the return of Japanese ...

Japan's Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi has described the US-Japan security relationship as the “greatest alliance in the world,” adding that Japan was “ready to contribute to world peace and stability.” ...