Sanae Takaichi

Japan understands the inhumanity of nuclear arms more than any other country because it is the only nation attacked with nuclear weapons.

I would step down immediately if the ruling bloc fails to secure a majority in the upcoming House of Representatives election.

Cyberattacks are becoming increasingly threatening and do not wait for one of the world’s highest levels of cyber defense or our preparations.

The needs on the ground are constantly changing. To put to rest the people's feelings of uncertainty, we will do all that needs to be done.

The government will work tirelessly through the night to swiftly assess the overall damage situation and carry out emergency disaster response measures, starting with the rescue and lifesaving of those affected.

I extend my heartfelt condolences to all those affected by the disaster.

We will go all out to find and rescue as many people as we can.

There are people who are still waiting to be rescued, and it's a race against time.

Japan’s lack of a law criminalizing disrespectful handling of its own national flag is wrong.

My administration aims to expand the use of domestic biomass to reduce our reliance on specific countries and regions for materials and energy.

The unparalleled historic fact that the imperial line has been maintained through the male line for 126 generations is the foundation of the emperor's authority and legitimacy.

India, along with Japan, is one of Asia’s leading democracies and shares responsibility to maintain peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Against this backdrop, I look forward to having thorough discussions with Prime Minister…

Through this visit, I hope to advance concrete cooperation with Prime Minister Modi in three key areas: deepening the Japan-India strategic partnership in light of the current international situation; promoting cooperation in economic…

At a time when the international situation is becoming increasingly uncertain, cooperation with India, which shares fundamental values and strategic interests with Japan, is becoming more important than ever.

In discussions with Prime Minister Modi, centering on urgent issues including economic security and energy security, we will aim to deepen the strategic cooperative relationship between Japan and India in light of the current international…

Japan and India must leverage our respective strengths to become stronger and more prosperous together in the midst of international affairs in disarray.

As both countries face challenges such as economic weaponisation and non-market practices, we need to urgently build resilience in our critical minerals supply chains.

I have directed that the government do everything possible in responding to this disaster. Human life is our top priority.

Thirty-seven vessels linked to Japan are still waiting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

Following the recent signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran, the government will continue making every diplomatic effort to ensure that free and safe navigation of vessels in the Strait of Hormuz…

While I am in office, I am determined to make a breakthrough and resolve the abduction issue, without excluding any options.

I get by on just two to four hours sleep a night