- Japan’s government spokesman denies report of PM Abe delaying sales tax hike
- Yomiuri newspaper reported Abe told coalition partner about decision
- Chief Cabinet Secretary Suga denies any such decision was made
- Abe expected to announce tax hike delay after parliamentary session ends
- Government scheduled to raise sales tax to 10% from 8% in April next year
- Some proponents of Abenomics program now urging Abe to implement tax rise and offset harm with big spending policy
Source: reuters.com
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