Coin World News reported that on the 20th local time, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed his willingness to continue in office. Ishiba stated, "We must be fully aware of the responsibilities we bear for the country, as well as the mission of being the largest party in the National Assembly. I will continue to fulfill my duties." The latest exit poll results published by Japanese media on the 20th show that the ruling coalition formed by the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito will struggle to maintain a majority in the House of Councillors. Previously, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stated that he would resolve the U.S. tariff issue before the August 1 deadline. [Coin World News]