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'#Ishiba Don't Quit': Unlikely Support Grows for Japan PM
JAPAN, JUL 25 – The Liberal Democratic Party lost 19 seats in the Upper House, with populist Sanseito rising from 1 to 15 seats amid voter dissatisfaction and economic pressures, officials said.
- Japan's ruling coalition, led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, lost its Upper House majority on July 20 by winning 47 out of 125 contested seats.
- This outcome came after an earlier defeat in the Lower House elections held in October 2024 and highlights voter discontent driven by rising costs, corruption controversies, and declining living conditions.
- Ishiba pledged to remain in office, stating, "I am keenly aware of responsibilities," while some conservative LDP members seek a leadership vote to replace him.
- A Kyodo News survey shortly after the election showed Ishiba's approval rating at 22.9 percent, with 45.8 percent opposing his resignation, and LaSalle Ishii warned a far-right government would emerge if Ishiba stepped down.
- Now in minority in both chambers, Ishiba's coalition must gain support to pass legislation as Japan faces challenges like inflation above 3 percent and painful 15 percent tariffs on imports under a new US trade deal.
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'#Ishiba Don't quit': unlikely support grows for Japan PM
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's future is uncertain but an unlikely campaign for him to stay was growing online this week, including from people who are his natural political opponents.
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