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Minister proposes Rp 26 trillion budget for Nusantara infrastructure maintenance

The proposed allocation is aimed at addressing the ongoing and future maintenance needs of Nusantara’s infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and public utilities, as the city undergoes its transformation from a construction site to a fully operational capital. The funding is intended to support long-term upkeep and development, ensuring that the city meets its operational and environmental standards once it is fully established.

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Keizo Takemi supports budget boost for organ transplants, following LDP caucus proposal

The caucus, led by former Health Minister Norihisa Tamura, presented its proposal to Takemi on Thursday, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced financial support and resources for organ transplantation. The proposal underscores concerns about current limitations, including hospitals' reluctance to accept organs from brain-dead donors due to insufficient staffing and bed availability.

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Japan projects primary budget surplus for FY 2025 amid economic recovery efforts

The forecast, presented at a meeting of Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s Council on Economic and Fiscal Policy, reflects an anticipated rise in tax revenue driven by robust corporate earnings, coupled with a moderation in expenditure growth following extensive stimulus spending in recent years. The central government’s estimate underscores its commitment to fiscal responsibility and economic reform.