Sanae Takaichi Secures Historic Win in Japan, Bolstering India-Japan Ties

• Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party achieved a landmark victory in Japan's parliamentary elections, defying predictions of defeat.
• PM Narendra Modi congratulated Takaichi, highlighting the 'Special Strategic and Global Partnership' between India and Japan.
• Takaichi, seen as Shinzo Abe's ideological successor, is expected to strengthen India-Japan cooperation in economic security, defense, and talent mobility.
• Her victory is anticipated to accelerate projects like the Bullet Train and expand infrastructure in Northeast India, while also supporting 'Make in India' defense initiatives.
• Takaichi's tough stance on Taiwan and increased defense budget plans are seen as beneficial for India's maritime security and power balance in the Indo-Pacific.