Liberal Democratic Party
Japan Launches DOGE-Inspired Office to Combat Budget Waste and Ensure Fiscal Sustainability
Nov 25, 2025 09:30 pm CST
Japan establishes a new government efficiency office inspired by Trump's DOGE to address budget waste concerns amid a $135 billion stimulus package. Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama emphasizes fiscal sustainability while the 30-member team will focus on reviewing low-impact programs, with full implementation expected next year.
Japan's Prime Minister Signals Potential Revision of Country's Historic Non-Nuclear Principles
Nov 12, 2025 09:07 pm CST
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has hinted at possibly revising Japan's decades-old ban on nuclear weapons entering its territory, reflecting shifting security perspectives as regional tensions rise. While maintaining the current three non-nuclear principles for now, her parliamentary comments suggest openness to policy changes that could reshape Japan's nuclear stance amid growing security concerns about China's expanding nuclear capabilities.
Trial Begins for Accused Killer of Former Japan PM Shinzo Abe Amid Political Connections to Unification Church
Oct 28, 2025 09:14 am CST
The trial of Tetsuya Yamagami, accused of assassinating former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe with a homemade weapon in 2022, begins today. The high-profile case revealed controversial connections between Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party and the Unification Church, which Yamagami blamed for his family's financial ruin. The trial coincides with a meeting between current Prime Minister Takaichi and US President Trump.
Japan's First Female PM Sanae Takaichi: Heavy Metal Drummer Breaking Political Barriers
Oct 22, 2025 05:04 pm CST
Discover how Japan's groundbreaking first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi balances her conservative political career with an unexpected passion for heavy metal drumming, using music to relieve stress while navigating her historic leadership position in a traditionally male-dominated political landscape.
Japan's First Female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Supported by 'Stealth Husband' Who Remains Behind the Scenes
Oct 22, 2025 04:44 pm CST
Japan's first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi receives quiet support from her husband Taku Yamamoto, who embraces the role of "stealth husband" by cooking meals and providing domestic support while deliberately staying out of the public spotlight to avoid interfering with her political leadership.
Historic Milestone: Sanae Takaichi Becomes Japan's First Female Prime Minister Amid Political Challenges
Oct 21, 2025 01:02 pm CST
Sanae Takaichi has made history as Japan's first woman prime minister, forming a minority government after an unexpected coalition with the Japan Innovation Party. A China hawk and social conservative, Takaichi faces significant challenges including an upcoming Trump visit, economic stagnation, and declining LDP support. Despite her conservative views on traditional family structures, she promises a cabinet with "Nordic" levels of women representation in a country ranked 118th in global gender equality.
Japan's Ruling Coalition Collapses: What This Means for Sanae Takaichi's Prime Minister Bid
Oct 11, 2025 01:53 am CST
Japan's political landscape was dramatically altered when the ruling coalition collapsed after Komeito withdrew, jeopardizing conservative Sanae Takaichi's historic bid to become Japan's first female prime minister. This political crisis stems from an unresolved financial scandal and ideological differences, leaving the Liberal Democratic Party seeking new alliances amid parliamentary uncertainty.
Sanae Takaichi: Japan's First Female PM Faces Coalition Crisis and Economic Challenges
Oct 07, 2025 12:37 pm CST
Sanae Takaichi, poised to become Japan's first female prime minister, faces significant challenges including potential loss of the LDP's longtime coalition partner Komeito, economic pressures, and complex diplomatic relations with the U.S. under Trump. As a staunch conservative, her political stance on historical issues and immigration threatens to reshape Japan's political landscape while she seeks to address inflation and maintain the crucial Japan-U.S. alliance.
Japan's First Woman PM: Sanae Takaichi's Conservative Rise to Power in Japanese Politics
Oct 05, 2025 02:58 am CST
Sanae Takaichi has made history as Japan's Liberal Democratic Party leader and soon-to-be first female prime minister. Despite breaking gender barriers in politics, her conservative stance on traditional values, hawkish foreign policy, and alignment with Shinzo Abe's vision signals continuity rather than change in Japanese governance. Her journey from heavy-metal drummer to powerful political figure offers insights into Japan's complex relationship with gender equality and conservative politics.
Japan's Next PM Sanae Takaichi: From Heavy Metal Drummer to Political Trailblazer
Oct 05, 2025 01:00 am CST
Discover how Sanae Takaichi, Japan's incoming first female prime minister, balances her lifelong passion for heavy metal music with her conservative political agenda. This article explores her journey from college drummer to LDP leader, her economic vision, and what her historic rise means for Japan's political landscape.