Japan

Japan's LDP Secures Record Supermajority in Landmark Election Victory

The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) secured a historic two-thirds supermajority in Japan's lower house, shattering records and cementing Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's grip on power. With 316 seats out of 465, the LDP has solidified its market-friendly agenda, sending shockwaves through Tokyo's economic policy landscape.

politics•2/9/2026

Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi Poised for Strong Victory in Snap Elections on February 8

Tokyo stands at the crossroads of East Asia, where ancient traditions and cutting-edge technology converge. As the world's third-largest economy and a stalwart ally in the region, Tokyo plays a delicate balancing act between maintaining regional influence and adapting to shifting global dynamics.

politics•2/7/2026

Japan Grapples with Resurgent Flu Cases, Economic Slowdown Amid Global Health Concerns

Tokyo's influenza cases surge, prompting alert level status

health•2/6/2026