Shigeru Ishiba’s resignation adds uncertainty to ties, but analysts expect Tokyo will continue to view Beijing as a strategic competitor.

The prime minister had struggled to inspire confidence as Japan faced economic headwinds.

The prime minister stepped down under mounting pressure within his own party, dissatisfied with July's upper house election defeat. He was also criticized for failing to curb the…

Shigeru Ishiba’s resignation adds uncertainty to ties, but analysts expect Tokyo will continue to view Beijing as a strategic competitor.