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News|PoliticsCoalition deal set to make Takaichi Japan’s first female PMRight-wing Japan Innovation Party says it will support the governing LDP, allowing Sanae Takaichi to be voted in as leader.

The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in Japan is preparing to finalize a coalition agreement that may result in Sanae Takaichi becoming the country's first female prime minister. Hirofumi Yoshimura, co-leader of the Japan Innovation Party (Ishin), has…

PBy Paige MonroeOct 20, 20252 min read

The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in Japan is preparing to finalize a coalition agreement that may result in Sanae Takaichi becoming the country's first female prime minister. Hirofumi Yoshimura, co-leader of the Japan Innovation Party (Ishin), has indicated his party's willingness to support Takaichi's leadership, providing the LDP with the necessary backing to maintain power.

This coalition agreement comes at a pivotal moment, as the LDP faced potential challenges in retaining power during an extraordinary session of Japan’s legislature, which is scheduled to vote for the new prime minister on Tue, Oct 21, 2025.

Yoshimura announced his party's decision to back Takaichi in Osaka, stating that they intend to proceed collaboratively. A formal agreement is expected to be signed at 6 PM local time (09:00 GMT).

The coalition between the LDP and Ishin will yield a combined total of 231 seats in the lower house of parliament. This is two seats short of a majority, indicating that additional support from other parties will be required to pass legislation. However, in the event of a run-off vote, Takaichi would only need to secure more support than her competitor to succeed Shigeru Ishiba, who has resigned.

Yoshimura announced his party's decision to back Takaichi in Osaka, stating that they intend to proceed collaboratively.
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Sanae Takaichi, 64, assumed leadership of the LDP earlier this month. Her path to potentially becoming the first female prime minister was challenged when the Komeito party, a longstanding ally, withdrew from a 26-year alliance with the LDP. This decision was influenced by the LDP's handling of funding regulations following a financial scandal, as well as concerns over Takaichi's conservative stance, particularly regarding China.

The coalition with Ishin is seen as a strategic move to stabilize the political landscape amid these challenges.

The potential appointment of Takaichi as Japan's first female prime minister has elicited varied reactions. Some observers note that her leadership may not necessarily lead to changes in policies affecting women or diversity. Sociologist Chizuko Ueno has expressed skepticism about the impact of Takaichi's leadership on women's representation in politics.

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Political commentator Chiyako Sato has also questioned whether Takaichi would pursue policies that acknowledge diversity, given her hawkish political positions.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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