Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi insisted that a $135 billion stimulus package approved Friday was fiscally responsible and that she would reduce the country's colossal debt burden. Takaichi on Friday insisted that Tokyo's stance on Taiwan was "unchanged" and that she wanted "constructive and stable" relations with Beijing.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi insisted that a $135 billion stimulus package approved Friday was fiscally responsible and that she would reduce the country's colossal debt burden. Takaichi on Friday insisted that Tokyo's stance on Taiwan was "unchanged" and that she wanted "constructive and stable" relations with Beijing.

Japan's Cabinet has approved a $135 billion stimulus package to help spur the economy and relieve the impact of higher prices.

Nov. 21 (UPI) -- The cabinet of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi approved $112 billion worth of measures to stimulate the economy on Friday, the largest such package since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Japan's cabinet approves a ¥21.3 trillion stimulus package, raising concerns over fiscal sustainability and market reactions.