Japan, Ishiba and upper house
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In Japan's recent parliamentary election, the ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba failed to secure a majority in the upper house, marking a historic political shift. The election highlighted economic frustrations and rising populism among voters,
The Japanese government said it is responding to "crimes and nuisances committed by some foreigners and inappropriate use of various systems."
Exit polls suggest a major loss for the Liberal Democratic Party in parliamentary elections, but Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is vowing to stay on.
The Japanese ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba lost its majority in the upper house, marking a political setback. The coalition struggled with economic issues and rising populism.
Japanese voters are participating in a crucial upper house election that could determine the fate of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's leadership amidst rising inflation and trade tensions with the US.
Migration, tariffs and other economic issues dominating Japan's upper house election. Read more
Japan's Liberal Democratic Party ruling coalition may lose its majority in the upper house in an election on Sunday, which could heighten calls for the government to boost spending and cut tax.