Turkistan Times, 10 Feb. 2026: In a landmark election held on February 8, 2026, Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) achieved a historic supermajority under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Winning 316 of the 465 seats in the House of Representatives, the LDP solidified its grip on power. A key highlight of this victory was the re-election of Arfiya Eri, a prominent Uyghur Member of Parliament, who secured her seat in the Chiba 5th district for the third time.

A Strong Mandate and a Commitment to Human Rights

The LDP's landslide victory provides Prime Minister Takaichi with a powerful mandate to pursue her agenda of military strengthening and economic reform. Takaichi is widely recognized as a staunch supporter of the Uyghur cause, having served as Vice-Chair of the Japanese Uyghur Parliamentary Group. According to the World Uyghur Congress (WUC), her administration’s triumph signals a new era where Japan will take a more decisive and uncompromising stance against China’s genocidal policies in East Turkistan.

Arfiya Eri: The Uyghur Voice in Japanese Leadership

Arfiya Eri, the 37-year-old Uyghur representative, has become a symbol of resilience and modern leadership in Japan. With a background at the United Nations and as a former Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, Eri has utilized her platform to champion the rights of the Uyghur people. Fluent in seven languages and educated at Georgetown University, she effectively bridges the gap between Japanese national interests and global human rights advocacy. Her re-election, achieved through a campaign focused on economic stability and national security, ensures that the Uyghur perspective remains at the heart of the Japanese parliament.

WUC President Turgunjan Alawdun congratulated Eri and Prime Minister Takaichi, expressing confidence that Japan’s new government will lead the way in holding the Chinese regime accountable. As a proud Uyghur serving in the Japanese Diet, Arfiya Eri continues to prove that "Resilience is Strength," advocating for justice and democratic values on the world stage.