1. Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru has apologized to the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) for their poor performance in July's Upper House election.
2. Ishiba expressed that as party president, he cannot avoid responsibility for the election outcome and has a duty to advance policy. He did not indicate plans to resign at this time.
3. LDP Secretary-General Moriyama Hiroshi also expressed feeling responsible for the election results. He emphasized the need for both reflection and action, and building a system that showcases unity and offers a compelling vision for the country's future. Moriyama called for the party to rally its strength and move forward together.
2. Ishiba expressed that as party president, he cannot avoid responsibility for the election outcome and has a duty to advance policy. He did not indicate plans to resign at this time.
3. LDP Secretary-General Moriyama Hiroshi also expressed feeling responsible for the election results. He emphasized the need for both reflection and action, and building a system that showcases unity and offers a compelling vision for the country's future. Moriyama called for the party to rally its strength and move forward together.
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Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru has apologized for the LDP's poor performance in July's Upper House election, accepting responsibility as party president. Party Secretary-General Moriyama Hiroshi also acknowledged feelings of responsibility and called for reflection, unity, and a compelling