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Japan's Ruling Coalition Gov't Loses Majority in Upper House
JAPAN, JUL 21 – The ruling Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito coalition lost 19 seats, ending their majority amid voter frustration over inflation, scandals, and rising U.S. tariffs, experts say.
- Amid a record turnout, the Democratic Party for the People made notable gains, while the LDP-Komeito coalition secured 47 seats and lost its majority, NHK reported.
- With inflation and immigration at the fore, NHK reported exit polls projected the coalition would win 32 to 51 seats, citing voter discontent from economic worries.
- At polling stations, national turnout reached about 57.91%, up 5.9 points, showing increased voter engagement, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications reported.
- Ishiba said he ‘solemnly’ accepted the ‘harsh result,’ vowed to stay in office, and faced Taro Aso’s refusal to accept his continuation.
- With the August 1 tariff deadline, the government now needs opposition support as the LDP-Komeito coalition lost control of both houses for the first time in 70 years.
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