Parties agree on new benefit program but stay divided over consumption tax on food
While the political parties agreed to a refundable tax credit for certain workers, debate centered on cutting the consumption tax on food is only expected to intensify.
While the political parties agreed to a refundable tax credit for certain workers, debate centered on cutting the consumption tax on food is only expected to intensify.
Original source:The Japan Times ↗
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