Tokyo: Japan's ruling coalition, led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, suffered a significant setback as it lost its majority in the House of Councillors during Sunday's election. This result marks a historic moment in Japanese politics, as it is the first time since the establishment of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in 1955 that the party has failed to secure a majority in both chambers of the Diet while in power.

According to Philippines News Agency, the coalition, which consists of the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito, had already lost its majority in the House of Representatives, the more influential lower chamber, in last year's election. The recent loss in the upper chamber adds to the mounting pressure on Prime Minister Ishiba, with calls for his resignation growing within the LDP.

The current political landscape in Japan is expected to face instability, as the ruling coalition navigates this unprecedented situation. The loss of majority control in both chambers could significantly impact the government's ability to pass legislation and maintain its policy agenda.