The Japanese government is considering putting off a tax increase that was supposed to fund the nation's defence spending. Speaking to Reuters, a "party source" on Monday revealed that the tax increase may be put off by a year to 2025.

Japan to contemplate pushing back defence spending tax hike to 2025 or beyond

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Japan to contemplate pushing back defence spending tax hike to 2025 or beyond