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Japan Unveils Subsidy Plan to Combat Rising Gas Prices

6/19/2025

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Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba unveiled a proactive subsidy plan on June 26 to combat looming gasoline price hikes due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. By tapping into surplus funds from earlier months, the government seeks to stabilize prices at approximately 175 yen per liter, boosting the existing subsidy for oil wholesalers from 10 yen per liter.

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Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba unveiled a proactive subsidy plan on June 26 to combat looming gasoline price hikes due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. By tapping into surplus funds from earlier months, the government seeks to stabilize prices at approximately 175 yen per liter, boosting the existing subsidy for oil wholesalers from 10 yen per liter.