Japan PM Ishiba Vows to Stay On Despite Election Debacle
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba vows to stay in office despite the ruling party’s worst election result in 15 years, pledging reforms and maintaining the coalition government.
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Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba vows to stay in office despite the ruling party’s worst election result in 15 years, pledging reforms and maintaining the coalition government.
Japan’s LDP election chief Shinjiro Koizumi resigns after the party suffers its worst election result since 2009, falling short of a majority in parliament. Coalition partner Komeito’s leader also hints at resignation.
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