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Bruno Retailleau, leader of the Les Républicains party, is poised to enter the race for the 2027 French presidency. After months of hesitation, he has solidified his decision over the holidays, with an announcement expected in days or weeks.

31 يناير، 2026 من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

As campaigning unfolds for Japan's 2026 Lower House election, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is leaning toward temporarily reducing the consumption tax on food to zero. Caution prevails within the Liberal Democratic Party over fiscal implications, with implementation hinging on post-election discussions. The move aims to address voter concerns amid opposition pushes for tax relief.

Campaigning for Japan's lower house election began on January 27, 2026—four days after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi dissolved the house—with Takaichi vowing to resign if her ruling coalition loses its majority. The February 8 vote occurs amid realigned opposition forces, with key issues centering on coalition support and economic relief from inflation.

25 يناير، 2026 من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

Health Minister Stéphanie Rist won the second round of the by-election in Loiret's 1st constituency with 62.1% of the votes, against Rassemblement National candidate Tiffanie Rabault. The vote, marked by a record abstention of 69.6%, allows her to keep her government position. The win comes amid low turnout.

David Lisnard, mayor of Cannes, declared his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election on January 21 on RTL. This announcement comes amid a proliferation of contenders against the Rassemblement National, making the outcome uncertain. Political decomposition favors personal ventures, notes chronicler Solenn de Royer.

21 يناير، 2026 من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي

Taro Yamamoto, leader of Japanese opposition party Reiwa Shinsengumi, has resigned from the House of Councillors due to health issues. He revealed he is close to developing multiple myeloma, a blood cancer, and will enter an indefinite period of inactivity while remaining party leader.