Sanae Takaichi was elected leader of the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan, thus becoming the first woman to hold the position of prime minister in the history of the country.

At 64 years old, Takaichi is known for her conservative and nationalist positions, being a supporter of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and the economic policy "Abenomics." She defeated Shinjiro Koizumi, the son of former Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, in internal elections and will take over the leadership of the country during a period marked by political instability and economic challenges. Takaichi faces the task of rebuilding party unity and restoring public trust in the government.