Japan’s Lower House Appoints Sanae Takaichi as First Female PM

Khabor Wala Desk

Published: 21st October 2025, 11:21 AM

Japan’s Lower House Appoints Sanae Takaichi as First Female PM

Japan’s lower house of parliament on Tuesday appointed conservative China critic Sanae Takaichi as the country’s first female prime minister.

The 64-year-old, unexpectedly elected by a parliamentary majority in the first round of voting, is set to formally assume office after meeting the emperor later on Tuesday.

Key Details of Appointment

Aspect	Detail
Name	Sanae Takaichi
Age	64
Party	Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)
Political Stance	Conservative; critic of China
Position	Prime Minister of Japan (first woman)
Election Method	Appointed by parliamentary majority in first round of voting
Formal Assumption	After meeting the emperor, Tuesday 21 October 2025

Takaichi’s appointment marks a historic milestone in Japanese politics, reflecting both her party’s support and her prominence within the conservative wing of the LDP.