Japan has entered a historic new phase. The ruling Liberal Democratic Party has chosen Sanae Takaichi as its new leader, putting her on course to become the nation’s first female prime minister.
Known for her conservative politics and bold economic vision, Takaichi’s rise follows weeks of uncertainty after Fumio Kishida’s resignation.
In this NewsHour special, Guy Shone reports on how she secured the top job, what her victory means for Japan’s domestic agenda, and how markets have responded to the promise of continued stimulus. The programme includes expert analysis from Tokyo on how her leadership could affect relations with China, the United States, and regional partners — as well as Japan’s future role on the world stage.
Is this the start of a new era for Japan, or a continuation of long-standing political traditions? Our correspondents and analysts explore the stakes for Asia’s second-largest economy as a new leader takes charge in Tokyo.
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On 22 July, AnewZ's Daybreak focused on the escalating costs of the U.S.-Iran conflict, changes in Ukraine’s military leadership, and Lebanon’s army deployment in a pilot security zone.
The 21 July edition of AnewZ's PrimeTime explored the escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran, as both sides exchanged strikes for a tenth consecutive day and tensions spread across the Gulf.
The 21 July edition of AnewZ's Context explored the evolving relationship between Azerbaijan and the U.S. following the landmark meeting between President Ilham Aliyev and President Donald Trump in Washington.
AnewZ's Daybreak on 21 July covered the latest escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict, rising trade tensions between the United States and Canada, and key regional and international developments.
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