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Archive Home > 2009 > July > 21 > Japanese premier sets up national elections

Japanese premier sets up national elections


July 21, 2009

TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso dissolved the powerful lower house of parliament early today, setting the stage for national elections next month that could transform the country’s political power structure.

In Japan, the prime minister can decide when to disband....

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