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Will Takaichi's Bold Snap Election Gambit Pay Off?

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February 5, 2026

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Japan will vote this Sunday after PM Sanae Takaichi called for a snap election last month.

It’s a bold gamble for Japan’s first-ever female PM since she risks a self-inflicted ouster. But the stakes are also high for Japan and global investors.

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