Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Popularity and Political Challenges
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Sanae Takaichi (Prime Minister of Japan)
Japan
August 30, 2026
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PM Sanae Takaichi's popularity remains steady in recent polls despite inflation concerns. The opposition is struggling to form a unified bloc against the LDP. Takaichi plans to implement a sales tax cut on food starting in April.
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