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Japan's Leader Calls for Nuclear Power Amid Oil Surge

3/10/2026

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On March 9, 2026, Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of Japan's Democratic Party for the People, urged the country to operate all available nuclear power plants to curb rising electricity costs caused by the Iran war.
Japan relies heavily on Middle Eastern oil and gas, with imports affected by the conflict.
Oil prices surged 20%, highest since July 2022, and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi supports nuclear energy.

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On March 9, 2026, Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of Japan's Democratic Party for the People, urged the country to operate all available nuclear power plants to curb rising electricity costs caused by the Iran war.
Japan relies heavily on Middle Eastern oil and gas, with imports affected by the conflict.
Oil prices surged 20%, highest since July 2022, and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi supports nuclear energy.