Japan to Compile Extra Budget as Fuel Costs Bite

The Japanese government is considering a new supplementary budget to help fight rising fuel costs. The move is aimed at easing the burden on households and businesses, as energy prices remain high. Officials are expected to outline funding details in the coming weeks. The plan would mark a fresh injection of state funds, following previous measures to cap gasoline and utility prices. No final decision has been made, but the government is under pressure to act before the next fiscal year begins.