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One Year On, Japan’s Takaichi Faces Reality Check on Tax Cut, Defense Promises

Last October, Sanae Takaichi became the first woman to stand at the lectern of Japan’s parliamentary hall as prime minister. Now, the test is whether she can deliver on her promises.

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