Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s Liberal Democratic Party is projected to secure a comfortable majority in the snap elections held on Sunday, according to exit polls. The LDP, along with its coalition partner, the Japan Innovation Party, could potentially clinch a two-thirds majority in the lower house of parliament.
Takaichi, Japan’s first-ever woman Prime Minister, emphasized her commitment to an “aggressive” fiscal policy following the positive projections. She stated that ensuring the sustainability of fiscal policy and necessary investments would be a top priority for her administration.
The general election in Japan saw a total of 1,284 candidates vying for 465 seats in the House of Representatives. The focus of the election was on whether the ruling coalition would maintain its majority, allowing Prime Minister Takaichi to continue, or if the opposition would gain strength to challenge the outcome.
Voting took place throughout the day, with polling stations closing at 8 p.m. local time. The election results are crucial as they will determine the future direction of Japan’s governance and policies.
