Japan's debt-ridden future
Article Abstract:
Japan faces a long-term public debt crisis caused by insufficient state finances and a population that is aging rapidly. The government plans to increase the pension contributions made by workers, but a deal to raise the mandatory retirement age runs counter to labor market trends.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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Another false dawn?
Article Abstract:
The performance of the Japanese economy and Japanese economic policy are examined in detail.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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Diminishing returns
Article Abstract:
Issues related to Japanese economic policy and economic growth are examined in detail.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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