Who is Japan's 'Iron Lady' Sanae Takaichi?

Sanae Takaichi, known as Japan's 'Iron Lady,' was elected leader of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, potentially becoming the country's first female prime minister. Takaichi, a former government minister and heavy metal drummer, faced challenges within her party's leadership and now aims to rebuild voter trust amidst scandals. With conservative views on social issues like women's rights and same-sex marriage, she has also proposed policies to support families, healthcare, and economic growth in Japan.