Consumption tax will not be discussed at the all-generation social security review meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Aso September 17, 14:40

Regarding the government's review meeting for the realization of the all-generation social security system, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Aso revealed that there is no plan to raise the consumption tax rate to 10% next month as an agenda item I made it.

In order to realize the all-generation social security system, the government will start the discussion this week by holding the first meeting of the review meeting of relevant ministers and experts, chaired by Prime Minister Abe.

Regarding this, Vice Prime Minister Aso and Finance Minister said at a press conference after the cabinet meeting, “In order to realize social security and financial sustainability as rapid aging progresses, we will review the way benefits and burdens are Reform is something that must be done. "

On top of that, Vice Prime Minister Aso will discuss whether to raise the consumption tax rate, which will be raised to 10% next month, “I am not thinking about raising the consumption tax story at the conference.” Stated and clarified that there is no idea to bring it up on the agenda.