CDP's about-face corners LDP into cutting consumption tax on food

The main opposition party is shifting its stance by endorsing the elimination of consumption tax on food products, worsening internal conflicts in the ruling party ahead of the Upper House election, which could further complicate its efforts to cut taxes as previously signaled. A survey revealed that 80% of Upper House lawmakers favor reducing overall consumption tax rates, with even higher support (70%) for cutting it specifically on food items.