Hanako Okada was one of 73 women to win seats at the general election last month, a record number in a Parliament long dominated by men.
Tag: Elections
‘We Welcomed Them’: G.O.P. Embraces New Latino Voters in Arizona
Days ago, President-elect Donald J. Trump won swing-state Arizona, flipping the state back to red.
Shigeru Ishiba Wins Vote to Remain as Japan’s Prime Minister
Parliament voted Monday to stick with Mr. Ishiba, who will lead a minority government after his party suffered heavy losses in an election last month.
Trump’s Presidency Could Spell a Lonely and Dangerous Stretch for Europe
Internal political squabbles — and the fallout from a global backlash to inflation, immigration and ruling elites — are hobbling Germany and France.
Missing in Europe: A Strong Leader for a New Trump Era
Internal political squabbles — and the fallout from a global backlash to inflation, immigration and ruling elites — are hobbling Germany and France.
Who Is Viktor Orban, Hungary’s Authoritarian Leader and Friend of Trump?
The long-serving prime minister, a champion of ‘illiberal democracy,’ has been politically isolated in much of Europe. But he has found common ground with the former and soon-to-be new U.S. president.
What the Collapse of Germany’s Ruling Coalition Means
After decades of relative stability, the country has entered a new era of political fragmentation and will hold new elections at a precarious time.
Trump Will Test European Solidarity on NATO, Ukraine and Trade
Another Trump term could spur Europe’s efforts to stand on its own, but it is far from clear its leaders will seize the moment this time.
Germany’s Coalition Collapses, Leaving the Government Teetering
After months of disputes, Chancellor Olaf Scholz ousted one of his governing partners, adding to the challenges for Europe since Donald Trump’s election.
Irish Leader Plans to Call Election Later This Week
Simon Harris, Ireland’s prime minister, said Tuesday that he would dissolve parliament later this week, setting the stage for a general election by the end of the month.