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Sanae Takaichi Wins LDP Leadership, Poised to Be Japan’s First Female Prime Minister

A mid-October parliamentary vote will gauge her path to power in a Diet where the ruling bloc lacks majorities.

Japan’s LDP Leadership Race Begins With Five Contenders as Takaichi Backs Deficit Bonds

Koizumi Joins LDP Leadership Race as Takaichi Unveils Big-Spending Platform