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Japan's PM Seen Likely to Take Chance on Snap Election to Achieve Stable Administration

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By Hiroshi Tajima and Kensaku Fujiwara / Yomiuri Shimbun Staff Writers

15:45 JST, January 10, 2026

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s decision to consider dissolving the House of Representatives is based on her judgment that it is necessary to take a chance on a snap election to secure public trust at an early stage and stabilize the foundation of her administration.

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