Japanese Prime Minister Expresses Desire to Continue Leadership Amid Political Challenges

According to Odaily, on the 20th local time, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed his intention to continue his leadership. Ishiba emphasized the importance of recognizing the responsibilities towards the nation and the mission as the leading party in the parliament, stating, "I will continue to fulfill my duties." Recent exit poll results released by Japanese media on the 20th indicate that the ruling coalition, composed of the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito, may struggle to maintain a majority in the House of Councillors. Previously, Prime Minister Ishiba had announced plans to address the U.S. tariff issue before the August 1 deadline.