Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party has elected 64-year-old conservative politician Sanae Takaichi as its new leader, paving the way for her to become the country’s first female prime minister.
A former minister, TV host, and self-described admirer of Margaret Thatcher, Takaichi is a staunch nationalist known for her hardline views on tradition, opposition to same-sex marriage, and support for reviving Shinzo Abe’s Abenomics policies.
She inherits a deeply divided party weakened by scandals and election losses, and faces major challenges including economic stagnation, inflation, and strained US relations. Analysts warn her leadership may energise right-wing voters but struggle to unite a fractured LDP or broaden public appeal.
Arr so.
“A former minister, TV host, and self-described admirer of Margaret Thatcher…….”
You lost me right there. Thatcher was no Nationalist BTW lady, her government was the harbinger of globalism in the UK, just as the Reagan administration was in the US and the Lange led Labour government, in New Zealand.
Sounds to me like Japan is just switching the chairs on the Titanic, as we are here in NZ.
Probably the most accurate comment I’ve ever read on this website.
Also, women should not lead countries. Ever.
Inherits a sinking ship
Maggie Thatcher sold off all the family silver
To make herself look good
In the noblest of traditions
Margaret Thatcher’s government sold off numerous state-owned assets during the 1980s as part of a sweeping privatization campaign. This was a cornerstone of her economic policy, aimed at reducing government involvement in industry and promoting private ownership.
🏛️ Key Assets Sold Under Thatcher’s Privatization
– Utilities:
– British Telecom (1984)
– British Gas (1986)
– Electricity companies (late 1980s)
– Water companies (1989)
– Industries:
– British Steel
– British Airways
– British Aerospace
– Rolls-Royce
– Other Entities:
– Amersham International (nuclear research)
– Cable & Wireless (partial sale)
– British Airports Authority
By the time Thatcher left office in 1990, over 40 state-owned businesses employing around 600,000 workers had been privatized.
🎯 Objectives Behind the Sell-Off
– Boost efficiency and reduce government spending.
– Increase public share ownership—Thatcher envisioned a “share-owning democracy.”
– Weaken trade union power and reduce state control over the economy.
Wonder woman?
I doubt it.
Anybody could have done what Thatcher did.