7 Explosive Reasons Japan’s Winter Election Could Cement Sanae Takaichi’s Power

Japan votes in a rare winter election as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi seeks a decisive mandate for her conservative agenda. With snowstorms, economic anxiety, and rising geopolitical tensions shaping the polls, the outcome could redefine Japan’s future at home and abroad.
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Japan’s PM Shigeru Ishiba Faces Make-or-Break Upper House Election Amid Economic and Political Turmoil

With inflation rising, rice prices doubling, and U.S.-Japan trade talks teetering, Japan's PM Shigeru Ishiba faces a critical upper house election on July 20. A loss could trigger political upheaval and economic instability.
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