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Japan food tax cut stalls amid investment roadmap

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Latest: Japan Prime Minister Takashi debates food tax cut in budget committee

Japan’s effort to slash the consumption tax on food remains on hold while a massive 370‑trillion‑yen public‑private investment programme moves forward. The cabinet’s 24 July approval of the “bone‑thick” economic plan, co

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Japan PM Takaichi approval falls further

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Latest: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's approval rating falls to lowest since taking office

A July 2026 Yomiuri poll shows Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s approval slipping to 57 %, down from 69 % in June and marking the lowest level since she took office in October 2025. Disapproval rose to 34 % from 21 %, and

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Japan Insetting Consortium GHG Data Initiative

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Latest: Japan's Newtahara Base F-35B Noise Lawsuit Filed by Residents

In late July 2026 the Insetting Consortium, led by Norinchukin Bank and comprising food manufacturers, distributors and agricultural groups, announced a partnership with Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fish

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SoftBank AI financing and infrastructure expansion

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Latest: Nvidia offers $250 B financing guarantee for OpenAI Ohio AI data center

SoftBank Group continues to secure massive financing for its Ohio AI data‑center project. Nvidia is confirming a $250 billion guarantee to back OpenAI’s lease of the 10‑gigawatt facility that SoftBank’s energy arm will b

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Japan tightens tourism taxes and residency rules

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Latest: Japan to Tighten Permanent Residency Rules with Higher Income and Pension Requirements

Japan’s 2026 immigration overhaul continues to raise entry costs while funding overtourism management. Visa fees jumped in July, with single‑entry tourist visas now ¥15,000 and multiple‑entry ¥30,000, and status‑change f

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