Ursula von der LeyenFeb 8, 2026, 08:41 PMBluesky

Von der Leyen congratulates Takaichi Sanae on her election victory

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Von der Leyen congratulates Takaichi Sanae on her election victory and says she looks forward to deeper EU-Japan cooperation.

Warm congratulations to Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae on her landmark victory in today’s elections. Looking forward to renewed impetus to deepen the EU–Japan strategic partnership across the board. From competitiveness and innovation to cooperation on economic security and global stability.

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