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Politics jolts markets as Japan stocks soar 4%, bitcoin leaps to record high with gold

by Priya Shah – Business Editor October 6, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Tokyo Stocks ⁣Surge, Bitcoin Hits All-Time High Amid Political shifts

Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 index soared over 4%‌ Tuesday,⁣ while ⁤Bitcoin reached a⁢ new record‌ high above $70,000, and ‍gold prices climbed‌ as ⁤global ⁣markets reacted to unexpected political developments in Japan and anticipated shifts in monetary policy. Teh combined surge⁢ reflects investor appetite for risk ⁣assets amid evolving economic forecasts and geopolitical ⁣considerations.

The market movements come as Japan’s political landscape undergoes a period of transition following revelations of funding ⁢irregularities within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). the uncertainty has ‍fueled speculation about potential ⁤policy changes, including a possible shift away from ultra-loose monetary⁢ policy by the‌ Bank of Japan, bolstering the yen and attracting foreign investment into Japanese equities. Concurrently, Bitcoin’s rally is ⁤driven by increased institutional investment, the ‍upcoming “halving” event which reduces the ‍reward for mining new ‌coins, and its growing ‌acceptance as a store of value amid inflationary ⁢pressures. gold,traditionally a ⁤safe-haven asset,is benefiting from the⁢ same geopolitical and economic anxieties.

October 6, 2025 0 comments

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Nationalist Sanae Takaichi set to be Japan’s first female premier

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor October 4, 2025

written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

Nationalist Sanae Takaichi is poised to⁣ become Japan‘s first female prime minister after winning the ‍first round of the Liberal democratic Party (LDP) leadership ⁣election on⁢ Wednesday, September 29, 2021. ⁤Takaichi, a conservative known for her right-wing views and⁣ close ties to the Unification Church, secured a run-off against vaccination⁣ minister Taro Kono.‌ The winner of the September 29 vote will almost certainly become the next prime minister‌ due ⁣to the LDP’s majority in the lower house of parliament.

Takaichi’s potential premiership marks a meaningful shift for ‌Japan, a nation lagging behind other developed countries in female political depiction. Her victory comes as Japan grapples with an aging population, economic stagnation, and growing ‌security concerns in the region. The outcome of the LDP leadership race will shape Japan’s economic ‍policies, its approach to social issues, and its foreign policy direction, particularly regarding relations ⁢with China and the United States.

The first round saw Takaichi garner ⁣86 votes, exceeding expectations and forcing a head-to-head contest with Kono, who received 65 votes. Former ⁣foreign minister Fumio Kishida was eliminated after ⁣securing 56 votes. The final vote, including ballots from LDP members and local party officials, is ‌scheduled for September 29.

takaichi has campaigned on a platform of⁤ economic revitalization through deregulation and a revision ⁤of the pacifist constitution, a long-held goal of the LDP’s conservative wing. She has also expressed a desire to strengthen Japan’s defence capabilities and deepen⁢ its alliance with the United States.

“I want to create a Japan where women can⁢ shine,” Takaichi said during a recent campaign speech, emphasizing‌ her⁤ commitment ⁤to addressing gender inequality. However, her ties to the Unification Church have drawn criticism ⁣from opponents and raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest.

October 4, 2025 0 comments

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Japan’s next leader may be its first woman or youngest in modern era

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor October 3, 2025

written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

japan is poised⁢ to elect a new leader this week, ⁣with both potential outcomes ⁤- the contry’s first female⁣ prime minister or its youngest leader in modern history – signaling a⁤ potential⁢ shift in political direction.⁢ The ruling‍ Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) will ‌hold its leadership election ⁢on‍ September 29th, pitting former foreign minister Fumio Kishida against current defense minister Taro⁣ Kono.The outcome will not only determine the next prime minister of Japan, but also shape the nation’s response to pressing issues including a declining birthrate, an aging population,⁤ economic stagnation, and rising geopolitical tensions with China and North Korea. The new leader will inherit a country grappling with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and preparing to host the Olympic Games next summer. A change at the top could also influence Japan’s role on the international stage and its relationship with key allies like the United States.

Fumio Kishida,⁤ 64, a moderate seen as the LDP establishment’s preferred‍ candidate, has emphasized the need for “new capitalism”⁤ focused on‌ wealth‍ distribution and ⁢addressing income inequality. He⁤ has pledged to revise Japan’s‍ pacifist constitution, though cautiously, and strengthen the country’s defense capabilities.Kishida secured a narrow victory in the ‌first round of voting on Wednesday,beating out Kono to advance ‌to a runoff.

Taro Kono,‌ 40, a popular figure with the⁣ public, has campaigned on a platform of accelerating digital ‌change, ⁣reforming the social security system, and ⁣promoting diversity. He is considered ‍a reformist and has been a vocal advocate ⁢for renewable energy. Kono’s progressive stance and fluency in⁤ English have‌ garnered him significant support among younger voters and international observers.

The election comes after eight years of leadership under Shinzo⁣ Abe and Yoshihide Suga,both of⁢ whom resigned citing health concerns. Suga’s ⁢approval ratings plummeted ⁣amid public dissatisfaction with his handling of the ‌pandemic, creating an opening for new leadership within the LDP.The‍ winner of the leadership race is virtually guaranteed to become prime minister, as the LDP controls the majority in the lower house of parliament.

October 3, 2025 0 comments