Ms. Takaichi would be Japan’s first female prime minister in a country where women are drastically underrepresented at the highest levels of power.
Category: Legislatures and Parliaments
Japan Set for First Female Prime Minister
Sanae Takaichi, a hard-line conservative, was elected as leader by Japan’s governing party, paving the way for her to become prime minister of the coalition government.
French Prime Minister Vows to Let Parliament Decide on Budget Bill
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu ruled out using a constitutional tool that would avoid a full parliamentary vote, hoping for compromise among divided lawmakers.
‘Czech Trump’ Andrej Babis Is Poised to Return as Prime Minister in Elections
The party of Andrej Babis, former leader of the Czech government, is expected to prevail in parliamentary elections that begin Friday.
‘Czech Trump’ Andrej Babis Is Poised to Return as Prime Minister in Elections
The party of Andrej Babis, former leader of the Czech government, is expected to prevail in parliamentary elections that begin Friday.
Italy Backs Trump’s Gaza Plan as Public Demands Support for Palestinians
Italian lawmakers say they will recognize a Palestinian state if Hamas releases Israeli hostages and is kept out of any eventual government.
Italy Backs Trump’s Gaza Plan as Public Demands Support for Palestinians
Italian lawmakers say they will recognize a Palestinian state if Hamas releases Israeli hostages and is kept out of any eventual government.
Moldova Moves Toward Europe, but Russian Tug of War Persists
Moldova’s pro-European party held onto its absolute majority in Parliament in national elections, but it still has a long road into the European Union.
Moldova’s Pivotal Election Projected to End in Victory for Pro-Europeans
The party of President Maia Sandu appeared poised to keep its majority in Parliament, in a vote widely seen as a showdown between Europe and Russia.
For Many Moldovans, Their Election Is a Choice Between Russia and the E.U.
Parliamentary elections in this nation bordering Ukraine come at a critical moment in Moldova’s push for European Union membership.
For Many Moldovans, Their Election Is a Choice Between Russia and the E.U.
Parliamentary elections in this nation bordering Ukraine come at a critical moment in Moldova’s push for European Union membership.
U.K. Politician Admits Making Pro-Russia Statements in Return for Bribes
Nathan Gill, a former leader of Reform U.K. in Wales, pleaded guilty on Friday to charges of bribery while he was a member of the European Parliament.
Anti-Austerity Strikes and Protests Grip France
Barely a week into the job, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu faces rising social unrest on top of political deadlock and financial turmoil.
France Braces for Anti-Austerity Strikes and Protests
Barely a week into the job, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu faces rising social unrest on top of political deadlock and financial turmoil.
Denmark’s Parenting Test Becomes the Latest Flashpoint in Greenland
The case of a young Greenlandic woman who was ruled incapable of keeping her baby has become the latest flashpoint with Denmark.
Denmark’s Parenting Test Becomes the Latest Flashpoint in Greenland
The case of a young Greenlandic woman who was ruled incapable of keeping her baby has become the latest flashpoint with Denmark.
After Fiery Protests, Nepal’s Leader Promises a Brief, Caretaker Term
Prime Minister Sushila Karki, a former chief justice, said she had accepted her new role reluctantly. Major political parties say the process is unconstitutional.
After Fiery Protests, Nepal’s Leader Promises a Brief, Caretaker Term
Prime Minister Sushila Karki, a former chief justice, said she had accepted her new role reluctantly. Major political parties say the process is unconstitutional.
After Fiery Protests, Nepal’s Leader Promises a Brief, Caretaker Term
Prime Minister Sushila Karki, a former chief justice, said she had accepted her new role reluctantly. Major political parties say the process is unconstitutional.
Nepal’s New Government Calls Elections. Its Critics Cry Foul.
Sushila Karki, a former Supreme Court chief justice who was appointed as interim leader, made speed a priority in a process that other jurists deem unconstitutional.
A Chaotic Showdown Over Election Integrity in India
Opposition parties say a move by India’s election commission is part of a wider pattern of election influencing by the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which derides the claims.
Nepal’s New Government Calls Elections. Its Critics Cry Foul.
Sushila Karki, a former Supreme Court chief justice who was appointed as interim leader, made speed a priority in a process that other jurists deem unconstitutional.
Nepal’s New Government Calls Elections. Its Critics Cry Foul.
Sushila Karki, a former Supreme Court chief justice who was appointed as interim leader, made speed a priority in a process that other jurists deem unconstitutional.
A Chaotic Showdown Over Election Integrity in India
Opposition parties say a move by India’s election commission is part of a wider pattern of election influencing by the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which derides the claims.
A Chaotic Showdown Over Election Integrity in India
Opposition parties say a move by India’s election commission is part of a wider pattern of election influencing by the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which derides the claims.
Nepal’s New Government Calls Elections. Its Critics Cry Foul.
Sushila Karki, a former Supreme Court chief justice who was appointed as interim leader, made speed a priority in a process that other jurists deem unconstitutional.
Europe’s 3 Top Leaders Are Striding on the World Stage but Stumbling at Home
The foreign policy successes of Keir Starmer of Britain, Emmanuel Macron of France and Friedrich Merz of Germany are in contrast with their dismal domestic performances.
Europe’s 3 Top Leaders Are Striding on the World Stage but Stumbling at Home
The foreign policy successes of Keir Starmer of Britain, Emmanuel Macron of France and Friedrich Merz of Germany are in contrast with their dismal domestic performances.
From Prime Minister To Prisoner: A New Chapter For Thai Power Broker
With Thaksin Shinawatra’s recent fall from favor, his political power is significantly diminished. But it is too early to write him off.
Macron Picks Sébastien Lecornu as France’s Next Prime Minister
President Emmanuel Macron’s appointment of Sébastien Lecornu, 39, after the government collapsed reflects the pressure Mr. Macron faces to get a budget passed by the end of the year.
Macron Has No Good Options After Repeat Collapse of French Government
The president, thwarted at home, has become increasingly frustrated and weakened at a critical moment for his country and Europe.
France’s Government Has Collapsed. What Comes Next?
President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister, rejecting calls for elections or his resignation.
France’s Government Has Collapsed. What Comes Next?
President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister, rejecting calls for elections or his resignation.
France’s Government Has Collapsed. What Comes Next?
President Emmanuel Macron is expected to appoint a new prime minister, rejecting calls for elections or his resignation.
At Least 12 Are Killed in Nepal in Protests Over Social Media Ban
Demonstrators stormed the Parliament complex days after the government banned most social media platforms. At least 200 people were injured, local news media reported.
