Japan's ultra conservative prime minister set to seize more power ...
Sanae Takaichi's coalition is predicted to win between 302 and 366 of the 465 seats in the lower house.
news.sky.comI don’t have live access to the latest news right now. Here’s what I can share based on the most recent publicly reported developments up to early 2026:
- The Prime Minister of Japan as of early 2026 is Sanae Takaichi, following a January–February 2026 political cycle where she sought to solidify a broader majority for her Liberal Democratic Party-led coalition.[1][4]
- Reports from that period indicated a strong forecast for a large lower-house majority, potentially enabling a more expansive policy agenda for her administration.[1]
- Public-facing information from official sources around that time highlighted ongoing policy pushes and meetings at the Prime Minister’s Office, including foreign nationals policy discussions and interactions with regional leaders, consistent with a high-visibility, active premiership.[4][9]
If you’d like, I can search for the very latest updates and provide a concise timeline with sources. I can also summarize key policy priorities and any recent statements or international interactions from Japan’s current prime minister.