Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi may consider an early election in February
發佈日期: 2026-01-11 21:24
TVB News
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is believed to be considering calling an early general election amid high Cabinet ratings she has enjoyed since taking office in October last year.
The head of her party's coalition partner said he had met with Takaichi earlier this week and felt her view on the timing of a snap poll had shifted to a new "stage."
It is reported that the Lower House could be dissolved as early as next month as the prime minister is eyeing to stabilise the ruling bloc's majority.
Japan's Internal Affairs Ministry are urging regional election committees to start preparations for a possible early election, which was interpreted by some analysts as a "done deal."
Head of Japan's opposition party Komeito, Tetsuo Saito, however, said a February election would make it impossible to pass the budget by the fiscal year-end.
