Japan’s PM Takaichi to Dissolve Parliament and Call Election

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced the dissolution of parliament to call a snap election on February 8, just three months into her leadership, to seek support for her spending plans amid rising living costs. This election will decide all 465 seats in the lower house and serves as Takaichi’s first electoral test since becoming the nation’s first female prime minister. The early vote aims to strengthen her grip on the Liberal Democratic Party and address public concerns over economic issues. Additionally, a clear mandate could aid in resolving tensions with China regarding Taiwan.

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