Japan will head for a snap election
Japan's Prime Minister has announced plans to dissolve the parliament and trigger a snap election in less than three weeks. Sanae Takaichi is hoping to capitalise on her surging public opinion ratings. But facing mounting challenges at home and abroad, analysts say it is a risky strategy.
SBS News In Depth · SBS Audio
January 20, 20264m 14s
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Japan's Prime Minister has announced plans to dissolve the parliament and trigger a snap election in less than three weeks. Sanae Takaichi is hoping to capitalise on her surging public opinion ratings. But facing mounting challenges at home and abroad, analysts say it is a risky strategy.