Aso indicates lower house dissolution this spring unlikely

TOKYO, Japan - Prime Minister Taro Aso seen before taking part in an interview with Japan's public broadcaster Japan Broadcasting Corp., popularly known as NHK, on March 15. During the TV interview, which was aired live, he indicated that he is unlikely to dissolve the House of Representatives for an election this spring, saying he needs to focus his efforts on boosting the economy and improving the difficult employment situation. (Pool photo) (Kyodo)

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