Japan's political stability hangs in the balance as coalition partner Komeito considers ending its 20-year alliance with the LDP over Sanae Takaichi's leadership ambitions, potentially triggering a government crisis.
Conservative heavyweight Sanae Takaichi announces bid to become Japan's next Prime Minister, setting stage for dramatic LDP leadership contest that could reshape nation's political landscape.
The Japanese yen crashes to its weakest level in decades while the Nikkei hits record highs following Sanae Takaichi's election victory. Gold continues its spectacular rally, nearing the $4,000 milestone as global markets react to Japan's political shift.
Conservative heavyweight Sanae Takaichi, a self-professed Margaret Thatcher admirer and former heavy metal drummer, emerges as Japan's potential next leader, blending traditional values with an unconventional background.
In a historic political breakthrough, Sanae Takaichi is poised to become Japan's first female prime minister after securing victory in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's leadership contest, marking a transformative moment for gender equality in Japanes
Conservative hawk Sanae Takaichi could become Japan's next leader as the ruling LDP faces internal turmoil following PM Fumio Kishida's expected resignation.