Aug 9, 09:00 AM

Japan’s PM Ishiba to Assess Responsibility After LDP’s Upper House Loss Amid Tariff Issues, Miyazaki Support, Osaka Chair Resignation

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba acknowledged responsibility for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's (LDP) poor performance in the recent Upper House election and stated he will carefully consider his position based on the party's upcoming review, expected by the end of August. Despite calls within the party for his resignation and a possible early leadership election, Ishiba expressed his intention to continue addressing key issues such as tariff problems. The LDP has initiated discussions on potentially advancing the timing of the party leadership election, with some regional party branches, including Miyazaki Prefecture, already supporting this move. The party is experiencing internal turmoil, with some members urging a swift decision to resolve the leadership question to avoid a political vacuum. Meanwhile, Ishiba's leadership faces criticism both from within the party and opposition figures, who highlight the need for political renewal following the election setback. Additionally, the Osaka LDP branch chair, Shigeharu Aoyama, resigned taking full responsibility for the election losses in that region. The political environment remains tense as the LDP prepares to finalize the post-election analysis and decide on the leadership's future.

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Japan’s PM Ishiba to Assess Responsibility After LDP’s Upper House Loss Amid Tariff Issues, Miyazaki Support, Osaka Chair Resignation

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