Politics
Japan Still Can’t Escape the Old Normal
Key Points
Sanae Takaichi, Japan's prime minister, during a party leaders' debate at the lower house of parliament in Tokyo, Japan, on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Takaichi said she expects to compile an extra budget without relying too heavily on bond issuance for the funding.
Sanae Takaichi, Japan's prime minister, during a party leaders' debate at the lower house of parliament in Tokyo, Japan, on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Takaichi said she expects to compile an extra budget without relying too heavily on bond issuance for the funding.