Kakuei Tanaka vs Tony Abbott

Tanaka published a book and policy blueprint titled 'Building a New Japan: A Plan for Remodeling the Japanese Archipelago', which proposed massive public works projects, including a nationwide high-speed rail network and industrial relocation. The plan aimed to decentralize industry and reduce regional disparities, but contributed to land speculation and inflation.

As prime minister, Kakuei Tanaka visited Beijing in September 1972 and signed a joint communiqu

Following the 1973 oil crisis, Tanaka promoted a 'comprehensive security' policy that emphasized resource diplomacy and economic cooperation with oil-producing nations. He also proposed the 'Tanaka Doctrine' for a more independent Japanese foreign policy, though its implementation was limited by domestic and international constraints.

In July 1976, former Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka was arrested on charges of accepting bribes from Lockheed Corporation to facilitate the sale of aircraft to All Nippon Airways. He was convicted in 1983 and sentenced to four years in prison, though he remained politically influential while appealing the verdict.

Abbott was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Liberal member for Warringah. He entered politics after a career in journalism and law.

Abbott was appointed Minister for Health and Ageing in the Howard government. He oversaw health policy, including the introduction of the Medicare Safety Net and controversial changes to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.

Abbott became Prime Minister on 18 September 2013 after leading the Liberal-National coalition to victory in the federal election. He defeated Kevin Rudd's Labor government.

Abbott lost the Liberal Party leadership to Malcolm Turnbull in a party room vote on 14 September 2015. He was subsequently replaced as Prime Minister, ending his tenure after two years.