Japan PM Takaichi's attendance in parliament down 40% from predecessor

Nikkei Asia | April 6, 2026, 4:57 p.m. | Original

TOKYO -- During parliamentary deliberations about the budget for fiscal 2026, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's attendance in hearings is down roughly 40% from that of her predecessor, Shigeru Ishiba.

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