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In Japan, Timing of Possible Lower House Dissolution to Be Political Focal Point in 2026

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The Yomiuri Shimbun

14:58 JST, January 6, 2026

Whether Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will decide to dissolve the House of Representatives for a snap election, in an effort to secure a long-term administration, is a political focal point of this year.

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