Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Friday Japan will take "every measure" to ensure stability in global financial markets following Britain's vote to exit from the European Union.

Abe made the comments in a TV debate where he faced off against the leaders of seven other major parties taking part in the July 10 Upper House election. The prime minister noted he was paying close attention to currency fluctuations following the Brexit vote.

"British citizens have made a decision to leave the European Union. I'm concerned over risks on currencies and financial markets," Abe said