Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces significant foreign policy challenges just days after taking office

Sanae Takaichi was confirmed as leader days ahead of a possible visit to Japan by President Trump, with whom she shares conservative views and a hawkish stance on China.

Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivered her first policy speech to the parliament Friday, focusing on economic security and defense spending.

By Mariko Katsumura and Tim Kelly TOKYO (Reuters) -Hardline conservative Sanae Takaichi was elected Japan's first female prime minister on Tuesday, shattering the nation's glass ceiling and setting it up for a forceful turn to the right.

Daiki Hashimoto is back on top in men's gymnastics. The Japanese star has earned his third all-around title at the world championships.