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 includes 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.
Takaichi plans to increase defense spending to 2% of GDP by 2026, ahead of schedule, in response to escalating tensions with neighboring China.
Her vision for Japan includes ramping up defense spending to 2% of GDP by 2026
Author's summary: Japan's PM Takaichi adopts Trump-inspired values.