Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's bet on high popularity ratings for a victory at the polls may prove to be riskier than expected without the support of an electoral partner. The untested dynamics of her new ruling coalition could turn her ambitious gambit into a self-inflicted loss, as the Japan Innovation Party has so far refused to provide electoral support. Takaichi's high approval ratings may not translate into votes for the LDP, as support for her party remains subdued, raising questions about how widely her direct personal support among the public will translate into votes. Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s ... (full story)