Japan's Prime Minister Takaichi Champions Trump-Inspired Values
Japan's new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, is charting a course that resonates with the conservative principles championed by former President Donald Trump.
Takaichi's platform merges military modernization, strict immigration control, and economic independence, echoing the "America First" doctrine.
Her governance promises to reinvigorate Japan’s defense capabilities and instill a renewed pride in national identity, with plans to increase defense spending to 2% of GDP by 2026.
Her vision for Japan includes ramping up defense spending, ahead of schedule, as tensions with neighboring China escalate.
Takaichi’s strong stance on defense is a pivotal cornerstone of her administration, drawing on the foundation laid by her predecessor, Shinzo Abe.
Author's summary: Japan's PM Takaichi adopts Trump-inspired policies.