Japan PM Takaichi stresses aggressive fiscal policy, higher defense costs

New Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Friday she will pursue aggressive fiscal spending to revitalize Japan's economy and boost defense outlays to address growing security challenges, in her first speech in parliament since taking office.Tinged with her conservative colors and consideration for the Liberal Democratic Party's new coalition partner, Takaichi's address drew some jeers from the opposition bloc, which holds a majority in both chambers of parliament.The 64-year-old LDP leader, who became Japan's first female prime minister on Tuesday, made no mention of women's empowerment or th…READ FULL ARTICLE