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Sanae Takaichi Makes History As Japan's First Female Prime Minister
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Japan marked a historic milestone on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, as Sanae Takaichi was formally elected the country’s 104th Prime Minister, becoming the first woman ever to hold the post.
In a parliamentary vote earlier in the day, the House of Representatives overwhelmingly backed Takaichi’s nomination. The House of Councillors was also expected to approve the decision later that afternoon, paving the way for her official appointment and swearing-in ceremony at the Imperial Palace.
Takaichi, who recently became president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), succeeds outgoing Prime Minister Fumio Kishida following his resignation earlier this month. Her election came after the LDP formed a new coalition with the Japan Innovation Party (Nippon Ishin), following the departure of the party’s long-time partner, Komeito.
Known for her conservative and nationalist views, Takaichi has built her career on strong positions regarding Japan’s defense policy, economic reform, and the need to revise the country’s pacifist constitution. She is also regarded as a protégé of the late former Prime Minister Shinzō Abe, whose influence continues to shape Japan’s right-leaning politics.
Political observers say Takaichi’s leadership will be closely watched at home and abroad as she faces challenges in strengthening Japan’s economy, addressing demographic decline, and managing delicate relations with neighboring countries such as China and South Korea.
Her historic appointment has drawn both praise and scrutiny, with many noting that her rise represents a symbolic step forward for women in Japanese politics — a field long dominated by men.
In a parliamentary vote earlier in the day, the House of Representatives overwhelmingly backed Takaichi’s nomination. The House of Councillors was also expected to approve the decision later that afternoon, paving the way for her official appointment and swearing-in ceremony at the Imperial Palace.
Takaichi, who recently became president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), succeeds outgoing Prime Minister Fumio Kishida following his resignation earlier this month. Her election came after the LDP formed a new coalition with the Japan Innovation Party (Nippon Ishin), following the departure of the party’s long-time partner, Komeito.
Known for her conservative and nationalist views, Takaichi has built her career on strong positions regarding Japan’s defense policy, economic reform, and the need to revise the country’s pacifist constitution. She is also regarded as a protégé of the late former Prime Minister Shinzō Abe, whose influence continues to shape Japan’s right-leaning politics.
Political observers say Takaichi’s leadership will be closely watched at home and abroad as she faces challenges in strengthening Japan’s economy, addressing demographic decline, and managing delicate relations with neighboring countries such as China and South Korea.
Her historic appointment has drawn both praise and scrutiny, with many noting that her rise represents a symbolic step forward for women in Japanese politics — a field long dominated by men.
Oct 21, 2025
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