Sanae Takaichi’s gamble on early elections paid dividends, delivering her coalition an overwhelming victory and a historic supermajority in Japan’s parliament. The LDP secured 316 of 465 seats, allying with Japan Innovation Party for a total of 352 – a two-thirds grip unseen since the war.
The international community wasted no time celebrating. President Trump, on Truth Social, lauded the ‘massive win,’ crediting Takaichi’s savvy timing and leadership prowess. He affirmed U.S. support for her agenda, extending strong backing to Japan’s enthusiastic voters.
PM Modi’s message highlighted the ‘outstanding victory,’ reaffirming India-Japan collaboration for worldwide stability and growth. He trusted her capable guidance to soar bilateral relations.
Giorgia Meloni of Italy evoked heartfelt memories of her Japan visit, pledging joint efforts on global challenges like development and security. Mark Carney from Canada congratulated the ‘strong mandate’ and anticipated collaborative strides for both peoples.
Sunday’s voting kicked off nationwide for the House of Representatives, pitting 1,284 candidates against each other in district and proportional races. The burning issue: Could Takaichi retain power, or would rivals surge? Results confirmed her dominance as ballots were tallied overnight.
Takaichi, now Japan’s pioneering female PM, vowed to prioritize fiscal stability through responsible, forward-looking policies and essential investments. Her win dispels doubts, granting her the mandate to enact sweeping changes. With endorsements from Trump, Modi, Meloni, and others, Japan stands ready to navigate economic headwinds and fortify alliances, heralding an era of assertive governance.