NewsFeedJapan’s Sanae Takaichi was formally reappointed as prime minister by Emperor Naruhito, ten days after her Liberal Democratic Party won a landslide victory in a snap election. Ministers who belonged to her cabinet were also reappointed to their positions.Published On 18 Feb 2026
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WED · 2026-02-18 · 14:37 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0218-17238
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Japan’s Sanae Takaichi reappointed as PM
On February 18, 2026, Sanae Takaichi was formally reappointed as Prime Minister of Japan by Emperor Naruhito. This followed a landslide victory for her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in a snap election held ten days prior.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-02-18 · 14:37 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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On February 18, 2026, Sanae Takaichi was formally reappointed as Prime Minister of Japan by Emperor Naruhito. This followed a landslide victory for her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in a snap election held ten days prior. Takaichi's reappointment signifies a continuation of her leadership after securing a strong mandate from the Japanese electorate. The ceremony also included the reappointment of ministers who served in her previous cabinet. The event confirms the stability of the Japanese government under Takaichi and the LDP.
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Ministers who belonged to her cabinet were also reappointed to their positions.
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The election occurred ten days prior to the reappointment.
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Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party won a landslide victory in a snap election.
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Sanae Takaichi was formally reappointed as prime minister by Emperor Naruhito.
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