Japan elects right-wing heavy metal drummer as first female PM

Radio National Breakfast
22/10/2025 6 min
Japan elects right-wing heavy metal drummer as first female PM

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The Japanese Diet has officially elected Sanae Takaichi, after a last-minute coalition deal between her Liberal Democratic Party with the right-wing Japan Innovation Party.The 64-year-old says national defence and economic security will be her prime focus.Guest: Jeff Kingston, Professor of Asian Studies, Temple University Producer: Teodora Agarici

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