Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Ishiba’s coalition loses majority in Japan’s upper house election

Ishiba’s coalition loses majority in Japan’s upper house election

TOKYO (AP): Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba ’s ruling coalition failed Monday to secure a majority in the 248-seat upper house in a crucial parliamentary election, further shaking the stability of his government as Japan faces challenges such as rising prices and high U.S. tariffs. Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic Party and its junior coalition partner Komeito, … Read more