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Sanae Takachi Bets on a Snap Election

Sanae Takachi Bets on a Snap Election

Morning Brief

January 14, 202611m 26s

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Show Notes

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to dissolve parliament next week, triggering a national election for all 465 seats, her first since taking office.The ruling party says details will be announced on Monday, with polling expected in February. The move comes as Japan enters a key policy period, with budget discussions underway and continued pressure on the yen. Markets have already begun reacting. To help us understand what’s unfolding and what to watch next, we speak to William Pesek, columnist with Nikkei Asia.

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