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๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi; Five Interviews with Daily Newspaper Associated with the Unification Church: Criticism of Concealment is Unfounded

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi revealed that she has given five interviews to a daily newspaper affiliated with the Unification Church and dismissed accusations of concealment as unfounded.

Mar 3 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi Restrains Responses in Budget Inquiry Returning to 'All Ministers'; Thoughts...

Prime Minister Takaichi has limited her opportunities to respond during the budget inquiry, returning to a system where all ministers are present to answer questions instead of just those pertinent to the inquiry.

Mar 3 โ€ข 09:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister: 'I don't think it was inappropriate' to travel after the attack on Iran

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi defended his election campaign trip to Kanazawa on February 28, the same day Iran was attacked, asserting it was not inappropriate.

Mar 3 โ€ข 08:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi denies involvement with Sanae Token: 'I have never approved it'

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has denied any involvement with the cryptocurrency 'Sanae Token' that uses her name, asserting she has not authorized it.

Mar 3 โ€ข 07:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

What is the goal?

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces questioning in the House of Representatives Budget Committee regarding the government's plan on the use of maiden names, particularly their potential inclusion on official documents like passports and driver's licenses.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi "If I receive criticism, I would like to refrain" - Response regarding the distribution of catalog gifts

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed willingness to exercise caution regarding the distribution of catalog gifts worth 30,000 yen to all elected members of her party, acknowledging the potential for criticism despite claiming legality.

Mar 3 โ€ข 02:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister refrains from legal assessment of Iran attacks, a difficult response considering U.S. concerns

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has refrained from commenting on the legality of U.S. military actions against Iran, citing a lack of detailed information.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

While It Should Be 'Single Use of Maiden Name'... Prime Minister Takaichi Says 'Dual Listing is Necessary' for Passports and Licenses

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stated that it's necessary to consider dual listing of maiden names on official documents despite previous indications for single use only.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi: 'I will refrain from a legal assessment' on the US-Israel attack on Iran

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi refrained from providing a legal assessment of the US and Israel's military action against Iran during a budget committee meeting.

Mar 2 โ€ข 08:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Matsui Takes Over as Chief Secretary of the Prime Minister from Tachibana Who Hails from the LDP

The Japanese government announced the resignation of Tachibana Takashi as Chief Secretary to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi after just under five months and appointed Matsui Masayuki, coming from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, as his successor.

Mar 2 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

What is the mechanism of 'dream nuclear fusion'? When will electricity reach households? Local governments expressing attraction also

Japan aims to realize nuclear fusion power, a long-awaited energy source, with plans for its rollout to homes.

Mar 2 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

Japan's rightward shift puts it on a collision course with China

The article discusses Japan's increasingly assertive position in its foreign policy, particularly in relation to China, under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's administration.

Mar 1 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Takaichi Era Places Japan on the Forefront of the Global Investment Map

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is gaining momentum in global markets with a focus on growth and fiscal discipline.

Feb 28 โ€ข 04:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi Pushes for Budget Passage Within Fiscal Year, Content is Extremely Hard-line Even in Polite Words

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is urging the quick passage of the first draft budget for the new fiscal year even as opposition parties demand thorough deliberation.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister limits imperial succession to 'male heirs only,' though this is not stated in the cited report

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stated that imperial succession should be limited to male heirs only, while referencing a report that does not explicitly support this claim.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Japan: Takaichi opposes changing imperial succession rules excluding women

Sanae Takaichi, the first female prime minister of Japan, has stated her opposition to changing imperial succession rules that exclude women and their descendants.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Japan's Prime Minister: No Woman on the Throne

Japan's Prime Minister has expressed opposition to changing succession rules that would allow female emperors, despite public support for such reforms.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Japan's female Prime Minister opposes changing the imperial succession law

Japan's first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, has expressed her opposition to altering the imperial family's crown succession rules during a recent parliamentary session.

Feb 27 โ€ข 02:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

A New Iron Lady? Japan's Prime Minister Bravely Changes the Country's Traditional Politics

Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces a complicated diplomatic landscape with China amidst rising tensions over Taiwan.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

A Hasty Start for the 'National Conference': Only One Opposition Party Attends, Distrust in Government Leadership

Only the opposition party 'Mirai' attended the inaugural meeting of the 'National Conference' launched by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, reflecting growing criticism of the government's agenda.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

The โ€˜gift scandalโ€™ in Japan: controversies over Prime Minister Takaichi's gifts to party members

A controversy has arisen in Japan regarding Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's decision to give gifts to members of her party as a token of gratitude for their electoral success.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Communist Party Faces Bitter Pill After 56 Years: Halved Representation in the House of Representatives, Questions Only in the House of Councilors

The Japanese Communist Party faced a significant setback in the recent election, losing half of its seats in the House of Representatives and only able to pose questions in the House of Councilors during a recent parliamentary session.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Power of Numbers: the Rise of Factions and the Change in Direction by the Prime Minister

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is witnessing a resurgence of factionalism, driven by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's stance on past funding issues.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Detailed Report: Prime Minister 'Does Not Assume Return of Futenma Base' in Upper House Representative Questions

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed confidence in the passage of the initial budget for the new fiscal year while stating that the return of the US Futenma Air Station in Okinawa is not expected.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
World

Japan births fall for 10th straight year

Japan has reported its 10th consecutive year of declining births, highlighting ongoing demographic challenges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Center-right and Democratic Party decide not to participate in the first meeting of the 'National Conference'

The Center Reform Union and the Democratic Party of Japan announced their decision not to attend the first meeting of the 'National Conference' initiated by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister's Catalog Gifts 'Distort the Separation of Powers,' Experts Point Out Issues

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has distributed catalog gifts valued at 10 million yen to 315 elected members of her party, raising concerns about the implications for the separation of powers in democracy.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Japan's 'Iron Lady' Responds with Robots as China Increases Pressure

Japan is deploying long-range missiles near Taiwan as tensions escalate with China over export restrictions on critical minerals.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Catalog Gifts with Takaichi's Personal Name on Wrapping Paper - Experts Ask 'Is It for Personal Use?'

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's office is under scrutiny for distributing catalog gifts to over 300 elected members of the House of Representatives, deemed to be using political funds inappropriately.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Why is the LDP giving gifts after the election again? Voices say 'Prime Minister Takaichi is a gift magician'

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party has distributed catalog gifts worth approximately 10 million yen to all party members elected in the recent House of Representatives election, raising questions about the party's financial ethics.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Pressure on the Euro and Yen

The Japanese yen has weakened due to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's reservations about further interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan.

Feb 25 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi Explains Distribution of Catalog Gifts Worth 30,000 Yen Each for 315 People

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi revealed the distribution of catalog gifts worth approximately 30,000 yen each to all party-affiliated lawmakers who won the recent House of Representatives election, emphasizing that it is legally compliant as a political donation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 01:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi distributes catalog gifts to all Liberal Democratic Party members in the House of Representatives as a 'congratulation for winning'

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's office has distributed catalog gifts to all Liberal Democratic Party members who were elected in the recent elections, raising concerns about the influence of money in politics.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

With Takaichi, Japan Does Not Apologize for Its Ambition

Japan, under the leadership of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, is taking bold steps in its geopolitical ambitions while redefining its economic strategies.

Feb 24 โ€ข 07:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi explains the removal of his column: 'I have not updated it for a long time'

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi explained the deletion of his political column from his official website, citing a lack of time since taking office.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Do Not Allow Arbitrary Deals Between the U.S. and China" - The Diplomacy Required from Prime Minister Takaichi

The article discusses the implications of Japan's recent elections and the diplomatic challenges faced by Prime Minister Takaichi in light of rising tensions between the U.S. and China.

Feb 24 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Why Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Gained Online Ground: An Interview with Mr. Yamashige of JX Communications

This article discusses how Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi leveraged online platforms, particularly YouTube, to secure her position in the recent Japanese House of Representatives elections, highlighting the influence of social media on voter perception.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi's First Policy Speech Criticized by Opposition: 'The National Conference is Just a Stunt'

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's inaugural policy speech faced significant criticism from opposition parties for lacking concrete measures to address rising prices and other key issues.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Sanae Takaichi promised a strong and prosperous Japan to the parliament

Sanae Takaichi addressed the Japanese parliament, emphasizing the importance of strengthening Japan's defense policies in light of escalating security threats from China, Russia, and North Korea.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi asserts that Beijing seeks to change the status quo "by force or coercion"

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has accused China of attempting to change the maritime status quo through force or coercion, while highlighting Japan's increasing security concerns due to neighboring countries.

Feb 20 โ€ข 07:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Japanese Prime Minister urges to expedite negotiations on constitutional and imperial succession changes

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi calls for faster negotiations on constitutional amendments and imperial family succession rules.

Feb 20 โ€ข 06:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Discussion on Consumption Tax Reduction at the 'National Meeting' Conditional on Participation, Opposition Parties Express Concern About 'While the Diet is in Session'

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pushes for a limited two-year exemption on the consumption tax for foods, despite opposition from within the ruling party amid concerns about funding for social security.

Feb 20 โ€ข 05:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Question Marks Over Consumption Tax Cut as Prime Minister's Main Focus is 'Tax Credit with Benefits'

The new cabinet of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to explore a temporary consumption tax cut, but the Prime Minister emphasizes that it is merely a stopgap measure with a larger aim of introducing a system of tax credit with benefits for low and middle-income earners.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

Heavy Metal and Fast Cars. How a New Star of Japanese Politics Achieved a Historic Victory

Sanae Takaichi, a heavy metal enthusiast and fan of fast cars, led her party to a historic victory in Japan's recent elections and now faces significant challenges ahead.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

61 Bills to be Submitted: National Intelligence Bureau, Special Deficit Bonds... Prime Minister Takaichi Shows Enthusiasm for Imperial Household Law

Japan's government plans to submit 61 bills aimed at strengthening intelligence functions and modifying laws related to fiscal policies and the Imperial Household.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Weak Opposition Falls into Crisis: Professor Morinami Says 'Strategic Compromise is Necessary'

Political dynamics in Japan are shifting as the ruling Liberal Democratic Party solidifies its power while minor leftist parties struggle to gain traction, according to political analyst Professor Morinami.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Future of the Dominance of the LDP: Will It Be a Long-Term Regime or Decline? The Key Lies with the Ishin Party and 'Counterproposal Type' Opposition Parties

Following a historic victory in the House of Representatives elections, the second Abe Cabinet led by Sanae Takaichi has been established, with the future of Japan's political landscape relying heavily on the actions of the Japan Innovation Party and the repositioning of opposition forces.

Feb 19 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Intense Dispute: China Withdraws Pandas from Japan

China has strained its relations with Japan by withdrawing its pandas from the Ueno Zoo in Tokyo following comments from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan.

Feb 18 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Japan: Sanae Takaichi Officially Retained as Prime Minister After Her Landslide Victory in the Legislative Elections

Sanae Takaichi has been officially reappointed as Japan's Prime Minister following her significant victory in the February 8 legislative elections.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi Shows Ambition for Constitutional Amendment: Attitude Toward Discussions in a "One-Strong National Assembly" is Questioned

Prime Minister Takaichi expressed her intent to push for constitutional amendments and highlighted the need for serious discussions in the National Assembly during her first press conference as the newly elected Prime Minister of Japan.

Feb 18 โ€ข 15:29 UTC

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