Japan’s Takaichi calls population decline a ‘quietly advancing national crisis’
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged to formulate a comprehensive population strategy by the end of the year, in a policy speech to parliament.
The Hindu reports: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged to formulate a comprehensive population strategy by the end of the year, in a policy speech to parliament.
This world story centres on Japan. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Japan’s Takaichi and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
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