DPP eager to discuss no-confidence motion with CDP
japantimes.co.jpPublished: 6/8/2025
Summary
The Democratic Party for the People (DPJ) emphasized the need for dialogue with the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (CDP) before deciding whether to submit a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's Cabinet, expressing skepticism about the current administration. Meanwhile, former CDP leader Yukio Edano hinted cautiously that while their party might support a no-confidence motion for national benefit, it may not be appropriate to act solely through internal ranks, with leader Yoshihiko Noda possibly sharing this cautious stance.