Listen "Sanae Takaichi set to become Japan's first female prime minister"
Episode Synopsis
A former TV host, an avid heavy metal drummer, and perhaps one of the best known figures in Japanese politics is set to become Japan's first ever female Prime Minister.Japan's ruling conservative party has elected Sanae Takaichi as its new leader over the weekend that is if the parliament approves her ascension on October 15.GUEST: Melanie Brock, Australian consultant in Japan, and board member of Japanese companies including Asahi and KawasakiPRODUCER: Grace Stranger
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