Japan's government is looking at the 18th of February for the Diet to sit, Kyodo reports
The announcement about the Diet sitting date reflects Japan's ongoing political planning and may signal potential policy discussions or legislative actions.
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Japan's government is looking at the 18th of February for the Diet to sit, Kyodo reports
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While it might not immediately impact markets, such sessions can be pivotal for economic policy direction, influencing investor sentiment toward Japanese assets, particularly in the context of any fiscal measures or reforms on the horizon.
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