Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi held phone talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif on the afternoon of the 13th. Pakistan mediated recent US-Iran talks, and the leaders are believed to have exchanged views on early de-escalation of the situation.

Legendary British rock band Deep Purple made Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's day with a brief visit during their return to Tokyo, surprising their high-profile superfan.

A South Korean official, Lee, met with former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, expressing gratitude for his support in improving bilateral relations.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is arranging visits to Vietnam and Australia in May to strengthen cooperation in security and economic sectors, with the decision contingent on the evolving Middle East situation.

Japanese Prime Minister Takachi is scheduled to meet French President Macron to discuss the Iran situation and coordinate efforts for early de-escalation, with both leaders also expected to finalize a document on nuclear cooperation.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi acknowledged concerns about the long-term supply of medical products, stemming from crude oil shortages in other Asian nations that impact manufacturing and shipping to Japan, and is now actively seeking to ease these concerns.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi held a phone call with Philippine President Marcos, agreeing to coordinate efforts for the early de-escalation of the Middle East situation.

Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has reaffirmed her negative view on dialogue with Japan if it is premised on resolving the abduction issue, following Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi's expressed willingness to meet directly with Kim Jong Un.

A White House photo showing Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi appearing to dance at an official function sparked widespread mockery on Chinese social media. Commenters framed her as Washington's biggest cheerleader.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's second meeting with Donald Trump during her first official visit to the US on March 19 was unexpectedly successful, despite initial concerns.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told US President Donald Trump on Thursday that she wants to hold talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on Pyongyang’s past abductions of Japanese…

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is scheduled to meet with Donald Trump in the US for what is anticipated to be a 'very difficult meeting,' with key topics including the war in Iran, Trump's call for warships in Hormuz, strengthening alliances against China, and economic cooperation.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi announced that Japan and the United States will engage in discussions regarding joint development initiatives for rare earth minerals, signaling a move towards strengthening supply chains.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is emphasizing the security environment ahead of a US visit, a move experts suggest is aimed at securing US support for Tokyo’s military shift.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stated that no decision has been made regarding the dispatch of Self-Defense Forces to the Strait of Hormuz, despite G7 chair France considering escorting vessels amid ongoing blockades.

Japanese Prime Minister Takachi met with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva to discuss cooperation on global economic and financial stability, particularly in light of escalating tensions in Iran.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticized Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi's parliamentary response regarding a 'Taiwan contingency,' stating that the future of Japan-China relations depends on Japan's actions.

The overwhelming victory of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in the February parliamentary elections provides investors with further reasons for optimism regarding the country's stock market.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is preparing for a summit with US President Donald Trump, with discussions expected to include US investment demands and the impact of a recent Supreme Court decision on tariffs.

Japanese Prime Minister Takamichi (likely Kishida) discussed the government's role in approving the transfer of defense equipment overseas, emphasizing strict review by the National Security Council.

Japanese Prime Minister Takamichi has proposed making the food consumption tax zero for two years and intends to submit a bill to the extraordinary Diet session this autumn.

Japan's Prime Minister is embroiled in controversy regarding gifts offered to members of parliament, a sensitive issue following a major 'black box' scandal involving millions of yen that affected the LDP in 2023.

During a House of Representatives plenary session, Prime Minister Takaichi addressed questions regarding the Liberal Democratic Party's pledge to eliminate consumption tax on food for two years, suggesting a cross-party 'National Council' to decide on the implementation period.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi defended the distribution of catalog gifts to Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) members after the recent general election, stating in the House of Councillors that there are no legal issues.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi explained in the House of Representatives that she deleted her website's policy column because she lacked time to update it since taking office.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) secured a historic election victory, with Takaichi now aiming to transform Japan's military and enhance its geopolitical influence.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stated that China is intensifying attempts to unilaterally change the status quo through force or coercion, while also expressing a desire for stable ties with Beijing.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is scheduled to hold a press conference to explain the policies of his second cabinet.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is showing a softer approach on the Liancourt Rocks dispute with South Korea and is also focusing on universities as tools of national strategy.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has posted a New Year's greeting on the Prime Minister's Office website in Japanese and Chinese ahead of the Lunar New Year.

The Japanese Prime Minister is renewing efforts to advance constitutional reform talks, with the looming risk in the Strait of Hormuz also cited as a factor.

The Japanese Prime Minister garnered attention for her enthusiastic reaction, described as 'fangirling,' during a meeting with a rock band.

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba met with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung in Seoul, confirming their commitment to further develop Japan-South Korea relations through various levels of exchange.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi held a phone conversation with UAE President Mohammed, requesting continued cooperation to ensure a stable supply of crude oil to Japan.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is being falsely depicted by far-right groups in the US and Europe as an 'Asian Trump in a skirt,' with claims of her planning anti-Islamic laws and deportations, despite these claims being largely untrue.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faced criticism and mockery after White House footage showed her giggling at a portrait of an autopen, placed by Donald Trump in a spot reserved for Joe Biden.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's powerful sister rejected Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's proposal for summit talks, demanding Japan first abandon "anachronistic practices."

A commentary discusses how the UN Charter on self-defence has contributed to maintaining relative peace, referencing a White House visit by the Japanese Prime Minister and President Trump.

During a meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister, Donald Trump expressed gratitude for Japan's 'huge support' in the war with Iran, amidst concerns that he would pressure Japan to send warships to the Gulf.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is scheduled to visit Washington to meet with Trump, facing the difficult task of avoiding new military commitments, particularly regarding the Strait of Hormuz, a visit planned under different circumstances.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stated that he would convey to President Trump what Japan can and cannot do regarding the dispatch of warships to the Hormuz Strait, within the bounds of Japanese law.

The Japanese Prime Minister addressed the graduation ceremony of the National Defense Academy, stating that Japan's security environment is the most severe and complex since the war, and pledged to fundamentally strengthen defense capabilities without excluding any options.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stated that existing funds and reserve funds could be used to mitigate sharp increases in gasoline prices, which are rising due to the situation in Iran, without requiring additional budget measures.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi stated that the government is considering support measures for gasoline, electricity, and gas prices if they surge due to rising crude oil futures amidst the situation in Iran.

Following snap elections on February 8, Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leader Sanaye Takaiči was re-elected as Prime Minister, signaling a decisive moment for the country's domestic and foreign policy with her intent to strengthen defense capabilities.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi stated that the government is closely monitoring the situation in Iran, particularly its impact on LNG procurement and prices, and is committed to ensuring stable supply. She also mentioned that a supplementary budget is not out of the question if the situation prolongs.

Prime Minister Takaichi is making arrangements to attend a ceremony organized by Fukushima Prefecture on March 11, marking 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake and the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident, signaling the government's commitment to reconstruction.

Japan's Prime Minister has expressed opposition to changes in the country's succession rules that would allow women to ascend the throne.

Tensions are rising in the Far East as China and Japan clash following the new Japanese Prime Minister's more open support for Taiwan. China is reportedly using various means to 'teach a lesson' to the Prime Minister, who recently secured a two-thirds victory.

In the last week Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has called for building stable ties with neighbouring China. The statement follows months of sour relations between the two nations that were sparked when Takaichi suggested Tokyo could take military action if Beijing were to invade Taiwan. With relations at a low, China has also seen a rise in anti-Japanese sentiment, sparked by Takaichi’s comments, as Jan Camenzind Broomby reports.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is facing pressure regarding gifts given to Members of Parliament.

A Japanese prime minister, in a post on X, stated that no state grants for the LDP were used for gift catalogs distributed to LDP lawmakers in the lower chamber of parliament.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi spoke with German Chancellor Merz by phone, discussing regional affairs including East Asia and potentially China, ahead of Chancellor Merz's visit to China.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, in her first parliamentary speech after a landslide victory, emphasized addressing Chinese 'coercion' and strengthening ties with the US.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged to make Japan 'strong and prosperous' while criticizing China and ruling out 'reckless' fiscal policy.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has expressed her commitment to securing the approval of the new fiscal year budget within the current fiscal year, seeking cooperation from opposition parties.

Japanese Prime Minister Takachi is preparing to announce a policy in her administrative speech to expedite the submission of tax-related bills, aiming to implement the Liberal Democratic Party's pledge to eliminate consumption tax on food items for two years.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi held a meeting with Bank of Japan Governor Ueda to exchange views on the current economic and financial situation.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has indicated a strong interest in pursuing an early amendment to the country's constitution.

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to underscore the importance of sustained cooperation between the two countries.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has drawn attention for using a crude 'old lady' term in a self-deprecating remark.

Disinformation has spread online claiming that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited the grave of the pilot who bombed Nagasaki during her March 18-20 visit to the US, a claim that is false.

During a visit to Japan in January, Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi demonstrated strong rapport, including a live drum duet, signaling enhanced Seoul-Tokyo security cooperation.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's sister, Kim Yo-jong, has poured cold water on Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi's hopes for a summit, despite Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary stating Takaichi is prepared to engage directly.

The Japanese Prime Minister's visit to the United States has faced criticism, according to reports from China Daily.

Donald Trump's joke about the Pearl Harbor attack during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has sparked outrage in Tokyo, with residents accusing him of treating Takaichi 'like an idiot because she is a woman' and shaking decades of US-Japan diplomacy.

A Global Times editorial has labeled Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's visit to the United States as a high-cost 'political show,' questioning its true diplomatic value.

U.S. President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held crucial talks at the White House amid rising tensions over the Iran war and security in the Strait of Hormuz.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi declared during her White House meeting with President Trump that only he can achieve global peace, emphasizing calls from Japanese officials for his leadership.

Thursday’s summit between US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was supposed to see the two leaders sit down in advance of Trump’s meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping to ensure the allies were on the same page. Instead, with the US-China summit postponed and the Israel-US war on Iran going full blast, their meeting is likely to find Japan more on the defensive, according to analysts and former government officials. Takaichi will be trying to finesse shifting...

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi stated in the House of Councillors Budget Committee that efforts would be made to secure alternative procurement sources for crude oil and other resources, in preparation for a prolonged situation concerning Iran.

South Korea's foreign ministry said Friday it will take stern action against Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's renewed territorial claim over the easternmost South Korean islets of Dokdo. "We will respond firmly and sternly to any unjust claims by Japan regarding Dokdo," the foreign ministry said in a statement. "Dokdo is clearly our territory historically, geographically and under international law." On Thursday, Takaichi said Japan would clearly inform the international community that D

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi met with the US Ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel, to exchange views regarding the upcoming Japan-US summit meeting.

Beijing’s top diplomat issued a stark warning against any attempt to thwart reunification with Taiwan and reiterated its criticism of Tokyo, diminishing hopes that the diplomatic row sparked by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on Taiwan would come to an end any time soon. The comments by Foreign Minister Wang Yi, delivered in a press conference on Sunday as part of the “two sessions”, were the latest in a series of strong criticisms by Beijing officials following Takaichi’s...

Japanese Prime Minister Takachi met with Canadian Prime Minister Carney to discuss strengthening cooperation on economic security, including energy and critical minerals, and to address the Middle East situation, including Iran.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has called on the Democratic Party for the People to join a 'National Council' to discuss inflation countermeasures, including a consumption tax reduction, building on the DPP's proposal for tax deductions and social insurance refunds.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has voiced opposition to any changes that would alter the male-only imperial succession system in Japan.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reiterated her intention to discuss the design of a 'benefit-linked tax credit' system and a two-year zero consumption tax on food items in a 'National Council' with like-minded parties before parliamentary deliberation.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaičiová is facing criticism after it was revealed she distributed gift vouchers to ruling party members as a token of appreciation for their efforts during challenging elections, stating the funding came from political funds.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was under pressure on Wednesday after it emerged she gave congratulatory gift catalogues to lawmakers from her ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) following its landslide election victory this month. Each of her party’s 315 MPs was given the option to choose an item from the catalogue “as an expression of appreciation for their success at this very tough election”, Takaichi wrote in a social media post, saying that no taxpayer money was used. The...

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi explained on X (formerly Twitter) that she distributed catalog gifts to all LDP House of Representatives members after the last general election, stating it was a token of appreciation and for political activities.

An editorial criticizes the Japanese Prime Minister's policy speech, stating it lacks foundation and leaves key questions unanswered.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi announced a review of the discretionary labor system, prompting diverse opinions from economic and labor organizations.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is set to deliver a policy speech, emphasizing her commitment to implementing economic and foreign policy pledges following her election victory.

Takaichi has been formally elected as the Prime Minister of Japan and is looking to expedite budget deliberations.

Japanese Prime Minister Takachi has instructed her cabinet to ensure the timely approval of the new fiscal year's budget and related bills, calling for cooperation from opposition parties.