Professor Tsai Hsi-hsun of Tamkang University looks at what Japan's first female prime minister will bring to Japan and the region, including her country's relations with Taiwan and China.
00:00Takaichi Sanae is expected, is set to become Japan's next prime minister after a vote in Japan's legislature.
00:08Takaichi is the first woman to lead Japan.
00:11She is known for her conservative politics and admiration for the late UK prime minister Margaret Thatcher.
00:17She is also known for her friendly stance towards Taiwan.
00:22Earlier this year, she led a delegation to meet with President Lai Ching-de.
00:25She now faces the challenge of rebuilding public trust in her liberal Democratic Party after an electoral defeat this summer.
00:34For a look at what Takaichi Sanae's premiership means for Japan and the region,
00:40John Van Trier spoke to Professor Tsai Xixun, a Japan politics expert at Damkang University.
00:46What do you see as the significance of Takaichi Sanae's selection as Japan's next prime minister?
00:51And what does it say about Japan's political direction?
00:55What does Takaichi stand on?
01:25Taiwan
01:26Takaichi Sanae's
01:53How do you think her friendship with Taiwan could impact Japan's relationship with China?
02:23Now, ever since Abe Shunzo, Japan's had a pretty regular turnover rate in terms of prime ministers. What challenges do you think Takahichi faces holding on to power once she's in office?
02:53That was Professor Tsai Xixun of Tamkang University. Following the election results in Japan, President Lai Qingde and other top officials have congratulated Takahichi on her win.
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