- Party leaders debated consumption tax, diplomacy, and Prime Minister Takaichi’s decision to call a snap election.
- Takaichi proposed a two-year exemption of food from consumption tax but did not specify funding details.
- Opposition leader Noda promised zero consumption tax on food by fall, funded by a government-backed fund, not new debt.
- The debate highlighted concerns over funding tax relief and Japan’s fiscal health amid rising living costs.
- The election pits the LDP and its new coalition against a newly formed opposition alliance, with both sides pledging food tax relief.
Source: azertag.az
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