Cabinet gains vote of confidence after poverty challenge

Three left-leaning opposition parties accused the government of failing the nation on poverty and the rising cost of living — but it easily survived a confidence vote.

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Cabinet gains vote of confidence after poverty challenge

Three left-leaning opposition parties accused the government of failing the nation on poverty and the rising cost of living — but it easily survived a confidence vote.

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"A national shame": Left-leaning parties demand action to combat rising poverty

Three opposition parties are seeking a vote of no confidence in the government over the issues of poverty and affordability.

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"A national shame": Left-leaning parties demand action to combat rising poverty

Three opposition parties are seeking a vote of no confidence in the government over the issues of poverty and affordability.

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Japan’s three main opposition parties are set to hold talks on forming a unified front for the prime ministerial nomination, raising the prospect of a government change as their combined seats could outnumber the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, amid heightened political uncertainty.
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