Major political parties' election pledges on key issues

The following are key campaign pledges made by major Japanese political parties for the House of Representatives election on Feb. 8.Liberal Democratic Party will:-- consider a two-year suspension of the 8 percent consumption tax on food products.-- strengthen defense capabilities, adapt framework to the severe security environment.-- invest in 17 strategic fields, including artificial intelligence and semiconductors and space, to spur growth.-- address concerns over the foreign population with stricter rules and measures to promote cohesion.-- increase transparency of political funds.Centri…READ FULL ARTICLE