April 22, 2026

Sanae Takaichi

Japan ends 80-year-old self-imposed rule to sell weapons abroad — what does it mean for India – The Times of India

Japan ends 80-year-old self-imposed rule to sell weapons abroad — what does it mean for India – The Times of India

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Japan, shifting from its pacifist constitution, is now poised to export lethal weapons. This significant policy change, driven by regional security concerns, allows Tokyo to leverage its advanced defense technology. The move opens new avenues for its burgeoning defense industry, potentially transforming Japan into a major global arms supplier. The Japanese government under Prime Minister…

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Asian shares trade flat as Lunar new year closures limit activity – The Times of India

Asian shares trade flat as Lunar new year closures limit activity – The Times of India

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Asian markets showed little movement on Monday as several trading floors closed for Lunar New Year celebrations. Japan’s disappointing economic growth of just 0.1 per cent in late 2025 added pressure on newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Meanwhile, US markets will stay shut for Presidents’ Day, and gold prices dipped slightly after reaching $5,000…

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Asian stocks today: Markets trade in green after Japan elections; Nikkei jumps over 2%, HSI up 160 points – The Times of India

Asian stocks today: Markets trade in green after Japan elections; Nikkei jumps over 2%, HSI up 160 points – The Times of India

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Asian stocks inched higher on Tuesday, as Japanese equities rose after investors reacted to the emphatic election result that ushered in the country’s first female prime minister. Hong Kong’s HSI jumped 120 points or 0.45% to reach 27,147. South Korea’s Kospi also traded in green, up 5 points to 5,303 at 9:30 am IST. Nikkei…

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Japan’s Political Shift: Takaichi’s Mandate and its Impact on China, India, and the US | World News – The Times of India

Japan’s Political Shift: Takaichi’s Mandate and its Impact on China, India, and the US | World News – The Times of India

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Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secured a powerful mandate, winning a landslide victory. This political stability empowers Tokyo to significantly reshape its approach to China, strengthen ties with the US, and deepen strategic partnerships with India. Her decisive win signals a more assertive Japan on the global stage, impacting regional dynamics. TL;DR: Driving the newsJapan’s…

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Japan election 2026 explained: Who won, who lost and who is Sanae Takaichi? – The Times of India

Japan election 2026 explained: Who won, who lost and who is Sanae Takaichi? – The Times of India

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Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, is on course to win Sunday’s snap election by a landslide, according to projections.The conservative leader is expected to deliver 316 seats of the 465-seat lower house to the LDP — the party’s best-ever result. Together with coalition partner Japan Innovation Party (Ishin),…

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‘India-Japan friendship to reach greater heights’: PM Modi congratulates Sanae Takaichi on poll win | India News – The Times of India

‘India-Japan friendship to reach greater heights’: PM Modi congratulates Sanae Takaichi on poll win | India News – The Times of India

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PM Modi with Japan PM Sanae Takaichi (Image/PTI) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on her landmark victory in the elections to Japan’s House of Representatives, expressing confidence that bilateral ties between India and Japan would further deepen under her leadership.Congratulating her on the outcome, PM Modi…

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Japan snap elections: Takaichi-led LDP projected to storm back to power – top developments – The Times of India

Japan snap elections: Takaichi-led LDP projected to storm back to power – top developments – The Times of India

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File photo (Picture credit: AP) Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, is set for a decisive victory in Sunday’s snap lower house elections, according to exit polls and media projections. LDP projected to secure strong lower house majority Public broadcaster NHK said the LDP could win between 274 and…

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‘Dynamite’ diplomacy: Japan’s Takaichi, South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung in K-pop drum battle— watch – The Times of India

‘Dynamite’ diplomacy: Japan’s Takaichi, South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung in K-pop drum battle— watch – The Times of India

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung shared a unique diplomatic moment, drumming to K-pop hits like BTS’s ‘Dynamite’ and ‘Golden’ from ‘K-pop Demon Hunters’ in Nara. The leaders expressed optimism for bilateral ties, with President Myung noting they “shared harmony atop our individual rhythms.” The summit aimed to strengthen…

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China–Japan row: Beijing bans exports of dual-use goods to Tokyo amid Taiwan-related tensions; cites national security concerns – The Times of India

China–Japan row: Beijing bans exports of dual-use goods to Tokyo amid Taiwan-related tensions; cites national security concerns – The Times of India

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File photo: Chinese President Xi Jinping and Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi (Picture credit: AP) China on Tuesday banned exports of dual-use goods that can serve both civilian and military purposes to Japan, a move that comes amid heightened tensions between the two countries over Taiwan.In a statement, China’s commerce ministry said exports of such items…

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Asian stocks today: Markets trade mixed ahead of Fed rate cut decision; HSI dips over 1%, Nikkei flat adding over 40 points – The Times of India

Asian stocks today: Markets trade mixed ahead of Fed rate cut decision; HSI dips over 1%, Nikkei flat adding over 40 points – The Times of India

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Stock markets across Asia traded mixed on Monday as investors await an interest rate cut decision from the US Federal Reserve, scheduled for later this week.In Hong Kong, HSI dropped over 255 points, nearing 1% loss to trade at 25,829.Nikkei, meanwhile, added 44 points to 50,535. Shanghai and Shenzhen also gained 0.8% or 1.74%, respectively….

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