Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:05am on 07 Sep 2025,Sunday International
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has decided to resign to prevent a split within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, according to public broadcaster NHK. Ishiba, who took office in October 2024, led the LDP-led coalition through major electoral losses in both parliamentary houses since coming to power, facing voter anger over rising living costs. The coalition lost its majority in recent elections under his leadership. LDP lawmakers are scheduled to vote Monday on whether to hold an extraordinary leadership election to replace him. The Prime Minister's Office has not yet responded to requests for comment. Ishiba's government had just finalized details of a trade deal with the United States last week before his resignation decision. (PC: PBS)
