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Japan's election: What you need to know

If she loses her Lower House majority, Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi has said she will resign. - Photo: Reuters

TOKYO: Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, is seeking to secure her grip on power in a national election on Sunday (Feb 8), with polls suggesting a big win for her conservative party.

Here are some key developments to watch:

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