Sanae Takaichi supermajority opens path to nuclear-led, industry-driven energy transition in Japan

Published on February 10, 2026

Landslide election win strengthens push to link decarbonisation with economic security, boosting nuclear, domestic clean tech and state-led industrial strategy while keeping climate targets intact.

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