Japan faces a turbulent political landscape following Shigeru Ishiba’s reappointment as Prime Minister on 11 November 2024. Leading a minority government, Ishiba must secure opposition support to pass laws and the national budget, setting the stage for heightened political uncertainty.

The Diet's power dynamics have shifted, with opposition parties now controlling key committees, forcing the Ishiba Cabinet into greater collaboration. Internal tensions within the LDP are growing due to recent election setbacks and a political funds scandal, which could threaten Ishiba's leadership if approval ratings continue to fall.

This report offers an in-depth analysis of the challenges and shifts in Japan's political landscape under Prime Minister Ishiba. 

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