Japan PM Ishiba's fate hangs in balance as voters head to Sunday polls

Ishiba could be forced to step down or find a partner for ruling coalition

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Ishiba could stay in power even if his coalition fails to reach a majority, but would likely face obstacles to passing legislation. (Photo by Uichiro Kasai)

RIEKO MIKI

TOKYO -- With Japan's ruling coalition facing the possibility of losing a majority in Sunday's upper house election, the outcome could force Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to expand the alliance to advance policies or resign outright if his party loses big.

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