Japan: Japan’s main opposition party is inclined to refrain from introducing a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s cabinet, which would lead to simultaneous elections in the Diet. This political maneuvering occurs as Ishiba’s minority government faces pressure to manage ongoing inflation while also negotiating tariffs with the United States. With the upper house election approaching, both the ruling and opposition parties are at odds over how to address the current cost-of-living crisis, worsened by rising rice prices. The ruling party is contemplating cash payments of approximately 20,000 yen ($140) to 40,000 yen per individual, according to senior officials in the coalition.
- Lord, we pray that Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and other leaders in the government will seek wisdom and guidance from God to navigate the challenges of inflation and the cost-of-living crisis, ensuring that their decisions benefit the citizens of Japan (The Holy Bible, Proverbs 2:6-8).
- Lord, we pray that both the ruling and opposition parties may come together with a spirit of unity and compassion to address the needs of the people during this difficult time and to find effective solutions that alleviate the financial burdens faced by families in Japan (The Holy Bible, Psalm 133:1).
News Source: Japan Today
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