Taxi drivers’ union opposes PM Kishida’s plan to legalize ‘ride-sharing’ for safety concern

The All-Japan Federation of Automobile Transport Workers’ Unions noted that 80% of countries which introduced ride-sharing have decided to ban this service due to a frequent occurrence of sexual violence and other crimes during the use of the service.

JCP calls on governments concerned to work to stop genocide in Gaza

Japanese Communist Party Chair Shii Kazuo issued a statement titled, “Stop genocide in Gaza – a call on governments concerned to work for a halt to military attacks and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza”.

Sales tax cut far more effective than one-time income tax cuts for boosting economy

The Kishida Cabinet approved a 17-trillion-yen economic stimulus package which includes a tax cut of 40,000 yen per person. However, the proposed tax cut will be implemented only once in FY 2024.