ALBAWABA- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced on Monday that she will dissolve the lower house of parliament on January 23, triggering a snap general election on February 8 in a bid to secure a renewed mandate for her economic and security agenda. Calling the decision “extremely weighty,” Takaichi said the election would allow voters to “determine Japan’s course together with the people.” Campaigning is set to begin on January ...