Japan PM Takaichi Secures Landslide Poll Victory: What Lies Ahead?

• Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi led her ruling coalition to a landslide win with 316 seats in a snap winter election.
• This victory, just over 100 days after taking office, is the party's best performance since its 1955 formation.
• The win grants PM Takaichi more control over the legislative agenda and reduces reliance on smaller coalition partners.
• Takaichi, a former heavy metal drummer, faces challenges including inflation, labor shortages, and immigration.
• Her agenda includes large government spending, addressing high public debt, faster defense spending, and defending Japan's sovereignty.