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Japan Parliament Expected to Extend Session for Backup Capital Bill
The ruling coalition plans to request a session extension of up to 10 days by Friday to pass legislation on a backup capital. The bill cleared the Lower House on Wednesday.
Jul 16, 5:00 AM·1m read1 source
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Japan's ruling coalition is expected to request an extension of the current parliamentary session by Friday to allow more time for a bill establishing a backup capital. The extension would last up to 10 days. The request will be submitted to the speakers of both chambers and voted on later the same day.
If the Lower House approves the extension, it takes effect regardless of the Upper House outcome. The Liberal Democratic Party holds a two-thirds majority in the Lower House. The bill cleared the Lower House plenary session on Wednesday.
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