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Japan’s government approves PM Takaichi’s costly food tax cut despite fiscal concerns
The Straits Times · Unlocated · 05/08/2026, 4:18:00 pm
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It will be lowered to 1 per cent from the current 8 per cent for two years starting April 2027.
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