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Host of contentious bills await Takaichi in autumn session of parliament

04 Oct 2026, 00:38 UTC · 1 source
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🚨 JAPAN BILL WOULD CUT FOOD TAX A bill has been given top priority. It would reduce the consumption tax on food and beverages from 8% to 1%. The change would take place over two years beginning April 1, 2027. Source: Japan Times #Takaichi #parliament

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