It was learned on the 15th that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to announce the compilation of a supplementary budget for fiscal year 2026 as early as next week. The budget aims to alleviate the burden on households hit hard by soaring energy prices due to the prolonged turmoil in the Middle East. This was revealed by multiple government sources. The budget includes subsidies to help reduce electricity and gas bills during the summer months.
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It was learned on the 15th that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to announce the compilation of a supplementary budget for fiscal year 2026 as early as next week. The budget aims to alleviate the burden on households hit hard by soaring energy prices due to the prolonged turmoil in the Middle East. This was revealed by multiple government sources. The budget includes subsidies to help reduce electricity and gas bills during the summer months.