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Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces monster-sized economic challenges.

Takaichi’s gamble: Japan is trying to escape the debt trap

The new Japanese prime minister has unveiled a massive stimulus package in response to weak growth, stubborn inflation, spiralling debt and rising interest costs. Will it work?

  • Stephen Bartholomeusz

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The three words from Japan’s PM that sparked a furious Chinese response

For more than a week, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has been blasted with a fire hose of rage.

  • Lisa Visentin

Born to be a little wild, but no rebel without a cause: Inside the world of Japan’s first female PM

She plays drums for fun, barely sleeps – and is enjoying a wave of popularity right now. What challenges does Sanae Takaichi face as she settles into Japan’s top job?

  • Angus Holland

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