Passing the Baton: A Deep Dive into Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba’s Resignation, Political Fallout, and Future Implications - Dr.Sanjaykumar Pawar Table of Contents Introduction Context and Political Backdrop Political Landscape Leading to Ishiba’s Rise Campaign Promise: “Make Japan Smile Again” Crisis Unfolds: Election Losses & Economic Pressures July Upper House and Lower House Setbacks Public Anger Over Rising Living Costs Trade Deal Finalization & Timing of Resignation Political and Market Reactions Internal Party Dynamics Market Volatility: Yen and Bond Yields Potential Successors & Policy Outlook Sanae Takaichi, Shinjiro Koizumi, Yoshimasa Hayashi Policy Shifts: Fiscal Easing vs. Stability Broader Implications for Japan’s Democracy and Governance Conclusion FAQ 1. Introduction Japan’s political landscape was shaken on September 7, 2025, when Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba unexpectedly announced his resignation. After less than a year...