Japan Dissolves Parliament for Early Elections

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi announced the dissolution of parliament and set early elections for February 8, opening a new political era for the country.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced yesterday, Friday, the dissolution of parliament to pave the way for early legislative elections on February 8. This decision marks a new political chapter for the country and could significantly influence its future direction. The upcoming election campaign is expected to be intense, with sharp debates on key issues. Analysts are assessing the potential outcomes of the elections and their implications for Japan's domestic and foreign policy.

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