Gov't, ruling bloc agree to keep pensions above 50% of pay

Gov't, ruling bloc agree to keep pensions above 50% of pay

TOKYO, Japan - Health minister Chikara Sakaguchi speaks to reporters on Dec. 3 after cabinet ministers and executives of the ruling coalition parties agreed in principle to keep future pension payment above 50% of workers' income when reforming the public pension system. (Kyodo)

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