Sanae Takaichi Elected as Japan’s First Female Prime Minister | WPN World People News

On the afternoon of the 21st, Japan’s House of Representatives held a vote to nominate the next prime minister. Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leader Sanae Takaichi received majority support and was officially nominated as Japan’s 104th prime minister. Although the House of Councillors produced a different result, under the Japanese Constitution, the decision of the House of Representatives takes precedence. Takaichi is thus confirmed as the first female prime minister in Japan’s history.

The prime ministerial nomination vote is conducted separately in both the House of Representatives and the House of Councillors through recorded ballots. A candidate must receive more than half of the votes to be elected. If no candidate secures a majority, a runoff is held between the top two candidates, with the one receiving more votes elected. If the two houses produce different results and a joint committee fails to reach a consensus, the decision of the House of Representatives prevails, as stipulated by the Constitution.

Takaichi secured a majority in the lower house, confirming her appointment as prime minister and making history as the first woman to lead the Japanese government. The new cabinet is expected to be formed within the week and will face multiple policy challenges, including economic revitalization and diplomatic and security issues.

Takaichi is scheduled to deliver her policy speech on the 24th, outlining the key priorities and future direction of the new administration.