Japan: Sanai Takaichi’s Historic Victory, PM Modi Reaffirms Faith in Unbreakable Friendship

Tokyo/New Delhi: A new chapter has been added to Japan’s political history. In Sunday’s general elections, the ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Sanai Takaichi returned to power with a massive mandate, marking a decisive victory. Following this win, expectations are high that strategic ties between India and Japan will grow even stronger.

Historic mandate with 352 seats
In Japan’s 465-member lower house, the coalition of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the Japan Innovation Party secured a total of 352 seats. Japanese media outlets and public broadcaster NHK described the result as a “historic victory,” calling it a strong public endorsement of Takaichi’s leadership.

PM Modi congratulates, stresses strategic partnership
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sanai Takaichi on the emphatic win through a message on social media platform X. Highlighting the global significance of India–Japan relations, PM Modi said that the Special Strategic and Global Partnership between the two countries is vital for ensuring peace, stability, and prosperity in the world.

Looking to new heights in the future
PM Modi expressed confidence that under Prime Minister Takaichi’s capable leadership, the friendly ties between India and Japan would reach new heights. Cooperation between the two nations on global security and economic development is being seen as a positive signal for international diplomacy.

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