Historic Leadership: Sanae Takaichi Becomes Japan's First Female Prime Minister

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates Sanae Takaichi on becoming Japan's first female Prime Minister. Modi emphasized the importance of strengthening the strategic partnership between India and Japan for Indo-Pacific stability and prosperity.

In a historic political shift, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt congratulations to Sanae Takaichi after her groundbreaking election as Japan's first female Prime Minister.

Modi expressed enthusiasm for closer collaboration between India and Japan under Takaichi's leadership. Highlighting the pivotal Indo-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership, he emphasized its crucial role in maintaining peace and prosperity across the Indo-Pacific region.

The new leadership transition in Japan, where Takaichi succeeds Shigeru Ishiba, signifies a transformative step towards gender equality in global politics.

(With inputs from agencies.)