Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Sanae Takaichi has been elected as the leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), making her set to become Japan’s first-ever female Prime Minister. She secured victory in a runoff election against Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, following the resignation of outgoing Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. Takaichi’s election marks a historic moment in Japanese politics, as she breaks a long-standing gender barrier in the country’s top political office. Her leadership is expected to shape Japan’s domestic policies and international relations, while also inspiring greater representation of women in political and administrative leadership roles.