Support WBURHow Japan’s new prime minister is jolting marketsPlay09:28Download AudioDarian WoodsWailin WongCorey BridgesAngel CarrerasKathryn YangKate ConcannonDecember 03, 2025 ShareNewly elected Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leader Sanae Takaichi celebrates after winning the LDP leadership election on Oct. 4 in Tokyo. (Getty Images)