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Japanese PM Takaichi says the plan to cut the food sales tax to 1% will be from April 2027 and be effective for 2 years; aims to get approval by early August

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PM Takaichi confirmed a 1% food sales tax from April 2027 for two years. Markets remain concerned about fiscal health and 5 trillion yen in lost revenue.

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