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Japan ruling camp faces key Diet showdown over tax cut bill with opposition

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push for reducing the consumption tax on food and beverages to cope with inflation is facing a key hu

  • Prime Minister Takaichi's tax cut plan faces opposition in Japan's Diet.
  • Bill aims to lower consumption tax on food and beverages from 8% to 1%.
  • Opposition demands Takaichi explain rationale and propose cash benefits for low-income households.

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