2025-04-01: South Korea's Market Braces Short Selling Resumption
April Surge in Food and Beverage Price Hikes Across Japan
Good Morning,
Below are some of the most important developments in business and economics in Asia today.
▪️ South Korea: South Korea's Market Braces for Fluctuations as Short Selling Resumes
Short selling in South Korea resumes amid significant market shifts and enhanced regulatory measures.
▪️ South Korea: South Korea's Industrial Bounce: February's Surge in Production and Investment
South Korea experienced notable growth in industrial production, retail sales, and facility investment in February 2025, reversing recent declines and demonstrating renewed momentum.
▪️ Japan: China's Economic Momentum Amid Trade Tensions
China's economic landscape reflects recent changes in both manufacturing and non-manufacturing activities, influenced by domestic policies and external trade tensions.
▪️ Japan: April Surge in Food and Beverage Price Hikes Across Japan
Food and beverage products in Japan will experience a series of price adjustments starting in April, driven by increased raw material costs and higher logistical expenses.
▪️ India: Intensified US-India Trade Negotiations Amid Imminent Reciprocal Tariffs
US-India trade negotiations have intensified as President Donald Trump prepares to implement reciprocal tariffs against India.
▪️ China: China Bolsters State Banks with Capital and Bond Initiative
China's Economic Support for State Banks focuses on strengthening the core capital of major state-owned banks through a coordinated capital and treasury bond initiative.
▪️ South Korea: Trump Administration's Reciprocal Tariffs Target Trade With Korea
The Trump administration is set to implement reciprocating tariffs that will influence international trade dynamics, with Korea drawing significant attention.
▪️ Japan: Japan's Corporate Donation Regulations at a Crossroads
Corporate donations and political funding in Japan face significant regulatory proposals and debate.
For more information on these developments, please see the full report below.
Thanks for reading,
Rodney J Johnson
Today's Developments
Widely Reported On Issues of Importance
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South Korea's Market Braces for Fluctuations as Short Selling Resumes
Short selling in South Korea resumes amid significant market shifts and enhanced regulatory measures.
The Korean stock market is set for notable fluctuations as it fully reinstates short selling after a roughly 17‐month restriction period.
Regulators lifted the ban—initially imposed in November 2023 to curb illegal naked short selling and stabilize the market—allowing short selling on approximately 2,700 stocks on the Korea Exchange. For the first time in nearly five years, all stocks are now subject to short selling practices, with authorities introducing a newly developed Naked Short Selling Detection System along with stricter penalties for violations.
Analysts expect the resumption to impact several key sectors.
Industries such as shipbuilding, defense, secondary batteries, biotech, and semiconductors, which had experienced significant increases driven by anticipated support policies and recovery expectations, now face potential selling pressure. Data from the Korea Financial Investment Association show that share borrowing for short selling surged prior to the reinstatement, with outstanding balances returning to levels similar to the pre-ban period as market participants prepared for renewed short selling.
Market activity in the days before the ban was lifted already displayed heightened volatility on major indices such as KOSPI and KOSDAQ.
Early trading witnessed the KOSPI dropping nearly 2.5%, while major stocks like Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, and LG Energy Solution experienced noticeable declines. Concerns over potential adverse effects on large-cap stocks and the growth of speculative pressures triggered expanded oversight measures, including temporary designations of overheated stocks and restrictions on further short selling for up to two months after resumption.
Analysts offer varied perspectives on the implications of resuming short selling.
Some expect that well-performing companies with robust earnings will sustain their momentum despite increased volatility, while others see the possibility of market restructuring that could eventually enhance liquidity and price discovery. In addition, market participants anticipate that foreign capital inflows could return to bolster trading activity over the longer term. Reinforced measures aimed at curbing illegal practices form part of broader efforts to improve market efficiency and mitigate excessive volatility in stocks with sharp price increases.
References for this Development
All listed stocks to be available for shorting in South Korea
KED Global - E | English | News
“나 떨고있니”…슈퍼 이벤트 쏟아진다는 한국 증시 ‘폭풍전야’ [붐앤쇼크]
Maekyung | Local Language | News
Korean shares hit near 2-month low after short-selling ban fully lifted
Korea Times | English | News
코스피, 공매도 전면 재개에 2500선 붕괴…두 달 만
KOSPI collapses to 2,500 mark due to full resumption of short selling… after two months
Newsis | Local Language | News
공매도 1년5개월 만에 재개…코스피 장초반 2.63% 급락
Short selling resumes after 1 year and 5 months… KOSPI plunges 2.63% in early trading
Joongang Ilbo | Local Language | News
공매도 전면 재개 첫날…대차잔고 높은 2차전지·바이오株 무더기 하락
Newsis | Local Language | News
Short selling to fully resume on Korea’s stock market after 17-month suspension
Joongang Ilbo | English | News
South Korea ends its longest short-selling ban in history after systemic reforms
CNBC | English | News
Korea to fully lift short selling ban this week shipbuilders, steelmakers in focus
Korea Times | English | News
공매도 전면 재개에 따른 공매도 중앙점검시스템(NSDS) 가동
FSS | Local Language | Government
공매도 오늘 재개, ‘실탄’인 대차잔고…지난주 크게 늘어
Short selling resumes today, 'real bullet' loan balance... increased significantly last week
Joongang Ilbo | Local Language | News
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South Korea's Industrial Bounce: February's Surge in Production and Investment
South Korea experienced notable growth in industrial production, retail sales, and facility investment in February 2025, reversing recent declines and demonstrating renewed momentum.
South Korea’s industrial indicators registered simultaneous gains for the first time in 17 months.
Industrial production rose by 0.6 percent month-on-month, retail sales increased by 1.5 percent, and facility investment surged by 18.7 percent after a significant decline the previous month. Base effects from fewer working days in January due to the Lunar New Year holiday, along with additional operating days and early payments tied to electric vehicle subsidies, largely influenced these monthly gains.
Production grew in several manufacturing sectors.
The manufacturing industry advanced by 1.0 percent while the service industry recorded a 0.5 percent increase. Specifically, electronic components production jumped 9.1 percent and electrical equipment production rose 6 percent. Manufacturing shipments climbed 4.7 percent compared to the previous month, with both domestic and export shipments following positive trends. Overall industrial output marked a 1.2 percent year-over-year increase in February.
Retail sales presented mixed trends.
Sales of home appliances and durable goods increased by 13.2 percent month-on-month, which offset a 1.7 percent decline in sales of semi-durable products such as clothing and a 2.3 percent drop compared to the previous year. Automobile sales rose by 13.5 percent, partly due to early distribution of electric vehicle subsidies. Specialty stores and fuel retailers performed well even as the food and non-durable goods sectors experienced some declines.
Facility investment rebounded sharply with an 18.7 percent increase from January.
This rebound was driven by significant machinery investments, including a 23.3 percent rise in semiconductor manufacturing machinery and a 7.4 percent increase in transportation equipment. The construction sector contributed a 1.5 percent growth in output over the previous month, despite a 21 percent annual decline and a 6.9 percent fall in construction orders for the tenth consecutive month.
Economic indicators such as the coincident index and the leading composite index moved slightly upward, suggesting a stabilizing business cycle.
At the same time, persistent challenges in the construction sector and external risks, including potential US tariff impositions, continue to pose concerns. Authorities have mobilized a 10 trillion won supplementary budget to support disaster response, trade, AI competitiveness, and livelihoods while addressing wider economic risks.
References for this Development
2025년 2월 산업활동동향
Industrial activity trends in February 2025
Statistics Korea | Local Language | Government
[속보]2월 산업활동 '트리플 증가'…생산 0.6%↑소비 1.5%↑투자 18.7%↑
Money Today | Local Language | News
Industrial output, retail sales, facility investment gain ground in February
Korea Times | English | News
2월 산업생산 0.6% 증가…소비 1.5%↑·투자 18.7%↑
February Industrial Production Up 0.6%… Consumption Up 1.5%, Investment Up 18.7%
Joongang Ilbo | Local Language | News
(URGENT) Industrial output gains 0.6 pct in Feb. retail sales up 1.5 pct
Yonhap | English | News
2월 생산·소비·투자 '트리플 증가'…투자 18.7% ↑(1보)
February Production, Consumption, Investment ‘Triple Increase’… Investment ↑18.7% (Part 1)
Newsis | Local Language | News
[속보] 2월 산업생산 0.6% 증가…소비 1.5%↑·투자 18.7%↑
[Breaking News] February Industrial Production Up 0.6%… Consumption Up 1.5%, Investment Up 18.7%
Hankyung | Local Language | News
생산·소비·투자 '트리플 반등'…롤러코스터 경기지표에 전망 불투명(종합2보)
Newsis | Local Language | News
(2nd LD) Industrial output, retail sales, facility investment gain ground in Feb.
Yonhap | English | News
(LEAD) Industrial output, retail sales, facility investment gain ground in Feb.
Yonhap | English | News
2월 산업활동 '트리플 증가'…생산·소비·투자 모두 늘었다(상보)
Money Today | Local Language | News
Industrial output gains 0.6 pct in Feb. retail sales up 1.5 pct
Yonhap | English | News
Korea sees economic boost as output, sales and investment all rise in February
Joongang Ilbo | English | News
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China's Economic Momentum Amid Trade Tensions
China's economic landscape reflects recent changes in both manufacturing and non-manufacturing activities, influenced by domestic policies and external trade tensions.
China's manufacturing sector experienced modest expansion in March as the Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) reached 50.5.
This represents a 0.3-point increase from February while staying above the neutral threshold for the second consecutive month. Corporate production and overall business activities gained momentum as the post-holiday period took hold.
Key components of the PMI showed improvement, with the production index rising to 52.6 and new orders increasing to 51.8.
Meanwhile, new export orders improved slightly to 49.0 but remained below the neutral threshold due to ongoing trade tensions with the Trump administration. At the same time, the employment index within the manufacturing sector declined to 48.2, raising concerns about job creation.
Data from the non-manufacturing sector also indicated a recovery in business sentiment, as the business confidence index increased to 50.8.
This uptick resulted partly from stronger performance in transportation industries, even as sectors such as food, beverage, and entertainment experienced downturns following the end of the festive season.
Combined measures of business confidence, which integrate both manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors, climbed to 51.4, a 0.3-point increase from February.
During the National People's Congress, the government set a target of around 5% real GDP growth for 2025 and outlined plans to bolster domestic demand through more proactive fiscal policy and a moderately accommodative monetary policy.
References for this Development
中国、3月景況感50・5 2カ月連続で節目上回る
China's economic sentiment reaches 50.5 in March, surpassing milestone for second consecutive month
Nishi Nippon | Local Language | News
中国、３月景況感５０・５ ２カ月連続で節目上回る
China's economic outlook for March reaches 50.5, exceeding milestone for second consecutive month
Tokyo Shimbun | Local Language | News
中国、製造業景況感が2カ月連続で節目越え 3月は50・5 米関税の影響が今後の焦点に
The Sankei News | Local Language | News
鉄道網の整備加速するチベット＝経済発展で社会「安定化」目指す―中国
Yahoo Finance | Local Language | News
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April Surge in Food and Beverage Price Hikes Across Japan
Food and beverage products in Japan will experience a series of price adjustments starting in April, driven by increased raw material costs and higher logistical expenses.
A total of 4,225 items will see price hikes, the highest number in one and a half years and marking the fourth consecutive month with over 4,000 price increases.
Rising costs for raw materials—especially rice and vegetables—along with pressures from growing wages and increased logistics expenses are the primary factors behind these adjustments.
Among the affected categories, seasonings (such as miso) lead with 2,034 items facing price hikes.
The next category to be affected includes 1,222 alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, where major beer companies have raised prices on canned beer and canned chuhai. An additional 659 items in processed foods, including ham, sausages, and frozen products, will also see price increases.
Major food and beverage manufacturers are impacted by these trends, with projections suggesting that around 20,000 products will experience price hikes throughout the year, a notable increase compared to 12,520 items in the previous year.
Leading beer and quasi-beer producers are adjusting prices for the first time in 18 months. Asahi Breweries Ltd. will raise the price of its Super Dry beer, along with increasing the prices of 225 other products. Suntory Spirits Ltd. plans to adjust the price of its 350-milliliter Kinmugi beer-like drink in convenience stores, changing the cost from roughly 184 yen to about 196 yen. Additional price increases will impact products such as hams and sausages from Prima Meat Packers Ltd. and Marudai Food Co., as well as edible oils like Nisshin Canola Oil from the Nisshin Oillio Group Ltd.
References for this Development
4,225 Food, Beverage Prices to Go Up in Japan in April
Nippon | English | News
4月の食品値上げは4225品目で1年半ぶりの高水準 コメ・野菜の高騰で原材料費が上昇
The Sankei News | Local Language | News
4月の食品値上げ、4225品目 1年半ぶり高水準、コスト増で
Food prices rise in April for 4,225 items to highest level in 1.5 years due to rising costs
Mainichi Shimbun | Local Language | News
4月の食品値上げ4225品目＝ビール、食用油など―帝国データ
4,225 food items to see price hikes in April - beer, cooking oil, etc. - Teikoku Data
Yahoo Finance | Local Language | News
4月食品値上げ4225品目 1年半ぶり高水準
Food prices rise for 4,225 items in April to highest level in 1.5 years
Nishi Nippon | Local Language | News
４月食品値上げ４２２５品目 １年半ぶり高水準
Food prices rise for 4,225 items in April to highest level in 1.5 years
Tokyo Shimbun | Local Language | News
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Indian Government Dramatically Boosts Stake in Vodafone Idea Through Equity Conversion
Vodafone Idea is set to undergo a significant equity restructuring that will increase the Indian government's stake in the company by converting outstanding spectrum auction dues into equity shares.
The government will raise its ownership from 22.6% to approximately 48.99% through the conversion of dues valued at Rs 36,950 crore, as specified in the September 2021 Reforms and Support Package for the telecom sector.
This process, carried out under the Companies Act, 2013, will involve transforming its dues into equity by issuing 3,695 crore shares at a face and issue price of Rs 10.
The acquisition order was issued on March 29 and communicated to Vodafone Idea on March 31, with the share issuance expected to occur within 30 days subject to approvals from regulatory bodies, including the Securities and Exchange Board of India.
The pricing of the shares will be based on the higher volume-weighted price during either the last 90 trading days or the final 10 trading days before the benchmark date of February 26, 2025.
Even with the marked increase in the government's stake, operational control of Vodafone Idea remains with its promoters, the UK’s Vodafone Plc and India’s Aditya Birla Group.
This conversion mechanism addresses the company’s substantial financial difficulties, including a debt burden of Rs 2.16 trillion and deferred spectrum payment obligations, as part of the government's wider strategy to support the struggling telecom sector.
References for this Development
The Economic Times | English | News
Govt agrees to raise stake in Voda Idea to 49% with fresh share acquisition worth ₹37,000 cr
Hindu Business Line | English | News
The Economic Times | English | News
Govt agrees to raise stake in Vodafone Idea to 49% with fresh share acquisition worth Rs 37,000 cr
Deccan Herald | English | News
Indian government to raise stake in Vodafone Idea to 48.99%
Deal Street Asia | English | News
India to raise stake in Vodafone Idea to 48.99%
Deccan Herald | English | News
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Intensified US-India Trade Negotiations Amid Imminent Reciprocal Tariffs
US-India trade negotiations have intensified as President Donald Trump prepares to implement reciprocal tariffs against India.
Tariffs will go into effect on April 2 while negotiators work to finalize the initial phase of a multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) scheduled for completion by fall 2025.
Recent discussions in New Delhi have focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation and addressing both tariff and non-tariff barriers through measures that improve market access and integrate supply chains.
The planned tariffs will impose punitive import levies on Indian goods, potentially reducing Indian exports to the United States by up to $7.3 billion in the next fiscal year, according to India Ratings and Research.
In response to mounting tensions, India has already reduced tariffs on select products such as high-end motorcycles and bourbon whiskey and has indicated a willingness to lower tariffs further on items including cars and electronic goods. India is also seeking a deferral of the reciprocal tariffs to allow more time for advancing the trade negotiations.
Within the framework of the BTA, discussions address a range of issues including agricultural market access, medical equipment, automobiles, digital trade, e-commerce, data mobility, intellectual property, and government procurement.
These negotiations occur against a backdrop of significant trade imbalance—India maintains an average tariff rate of around 17% while the US rate stands at 3.4%—which fuels expectations that India will need to lower its tariffs to better align with US standards.
Intensive talks have led both sides to work toward reducing trade barriers, with India offering concessions in return for improved market access for US goods.
Though President Trump has expressed his intention to impose tariffs on India and other nations with substantial trade deficits with the US, there remains an expectation that the tariffs could be deferred if India successfully facilitates better market access and reduces its trade barriers.
References for this Development
Donald Trump ‘radar-focussed’ on reciprocity, anticipate tariffs on April 2, says Mark Linscott
The Hindu | English | News
India hopes for deferral of Trump’s reciprocal tariff on April 2 in support of trade pact talks
Hindu Business Line | English | News
The Economic Times | English | News
With 2 days left for Trump's reciprocal tariff to kick in, no relief on sight for India: Report
Hindustan Times | English | News
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China Bolsters State Banks with Capital and Bond Initiative
China's Economic Support for State Banks focuses on strengthening the core capital of major state-owned banks through a coordinated capital and treasury bond initiative.
China's four major state-owned commercial banks—Bank of China, China Construction Bank, Bank of Communications, and Postal Savings Bank of China—are launching an A-share issuance to raise up to 520 billion yuan (approximately 72.5 billion US dollars).
Bank of China aims to raise up to 165 billion yuan, China Construction Bank up to 105 billion yuan, Bank of Communications up to 120 billion yuan, and Postal Savings Bank of China up to 130 billion yuan. After covering issuance expenses, these funds will bolster each bank's core tier-one capital, enabling them to support economic sectors such as infrastructure and green finance initiatives.
The initiative aligns with the Ministry of Finance's broader plan to inject 500 billion yuan into major state-owned banks through special treasury bonds.
The Ministry of Finance will subscribe as the primary investor for new shares in Bank of China and China Construction Bank and will also make significant investments in Bank of Communications and Postal Savings Bank of China. In Bank of Communications, the Ministry’s investment will secure a controlling stake after the issuance. This phased and orderly capital injection process will continue after receiving approval from the respective shareholders' meetings and regulatory bodies.
Industry commentators and analysts observe that this coordinated capital infusion will reinforce the banks' risk management capabilities and strengthen their market positions.
The planned capital increases are expected to significantly improve core tier-one capital adequacy ratios. Issuance share prices were set at premiums relative to recent closing prices, with figures reported at 9.27 yuan for China Construction Bank, 6.05 yuan for Bank of China, 8.71 yuan for Bank of Communications, and 6.32 yuan for Postal Savings Bank of China. These adjustments come as measures to support economic recovery and enhance long-term financial stability amid stagnant profits and economic slowdown pressures.
The capital augmentation, combined with the injection of special treasury bonds, forms a comprehensive approach to ensure that these banks maintain the resilience needed for high-quality economic growth.
This strategic measure builds on initiatives dating back to 1998 and represents a continued commitment to preparing for potential economic disruptions and reinforcing the banks' operational capabilities to serve the real economy.
References for this Development
计划募资5200亿元！四家国有大行发布定增预案
Plan to raise 520 billion yuan! Four state-owned banks released plans for additional issuance
Guangming Daily | Local Language | News
财政部：积极支持国有大型商业银行补充核心一级资本
Beijing News | Local Language | News
5000亿特别国债注资国有大行落地在即
500 billion special treasury bonds to inject capital into state-owned banks will be implemented soon
STCN | Local Language | News
财政部将发行特别国债支持四家国有大行补充核心一级资本
Xinhua | Local Language | News
4家国有银行拟定增 财政部出资合计5000亿元
Caijing | Local Language | News
四家国有大行公告定增预案 计划募资规模共5200亿元
Xinhua | Local Language | News
4 major Chinese state banks to raise 520B yuan via A-share issuance
China Org Cn | English | News
China's biggest state banks to raise $72b to boost capital
Deal Street Asia | English | News
Four major Chinese state banks to raise 520 bln yuan via A-share issuance
Xinhua | English | News
获财政部5000亿元注资 四家国有银行补充核心一级资本方案公布
Caijing | Local Language | News
财政部出资5000亿元 四大行补充资本落地
The Ministry of Finance invested 500 billion yuan to supplement the capital of the four major banks
Beijing News | Local Language | News
China to issue 500-billion-yuan special treasury bonds to support state-owned banks
Xinhua | English | News
China to issue 500B yuan special treasury bonds to support state-owned banks
China Org Cn | English | News
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Trump Administration's Reciprocal Tariffs Target Trade With Korea
The Trump administration is set to implement reciprocating tariffs that will influence international trade dynamics, with Korea drawing significant attention.
The administration plans to introduce a reciprocal tariff strategy beginning April 2 that targets all countries, with Korea in particular under scrutiny.
The tariffs comprise item-specific and reciprocal measures, and will likely impose a rate of 25% or higher on Korea’s automotive exports, its largest export to the United States. President Trump has stated that he will not revisit the planned 25% tariff on automobiles scheduled for April 3, arguing that American manufacturers will benefit and noting that foreign automakers may profit if they shift production to the United States.
Korean trade authorities have adjusted their negotiation strategies in response to the imminent tariff announcement.
Initially seeking an exemption under the Korea-US Free Trade Agreement, Korea has now shifted its efforts toward negotiating lower tariff rates relative to those imposed on other countries, even as high tariffs appear unavoidable. Korean policymakers have taken into account the nation’s status as the eighth largest trade deficit country affected by US measures and its historically low average tariff rate on US imports. This approach contrasts with the responses in other countries, where Canada has adopted a hardline stance while China and the European Union combine negotiations with strategic threats; Korea and Taiwan, meanwhile, have maintained a more moderate response.
The Korean economy faces additional challenges beyond the tariff issue.
Large-scale wildfires, which have devastated over 48,000 hectares of land, have coincided with political instability, together undermining growth prospects, particularly as the country relied on seasonal events like cherry blossom festivals to support economic recovery. As a result, forecasts have been revised from a 1.0% growth expectation to around 0.9% or near-zero growth. The depreciation of the Korean won against the US dollar and the increased premium on the 5-year Korean credit default swap further indicate rising credit risks for an export-dependent economy.
During press briefings, President Trump clarified that the reciprocal tariffs would apply broadly rather than targeting only 10 to 15 select nations, and he referenced past trade issues with Asian countries.
He emphasized that the tariffs aim to support US manufacturing by establishing fair trade practices, pointing to sectors such as automotive, electronics, and pharmaceuticals, where companies might gain from relocating production facilities to the United States.
References for this Development
트럼프 "상호관세 모든 국가 부과…車관세 재고 없다"(종합)
Newsis | Local Language | News
'안 맞을 순 없다, 덜 맞자'…트럼프 상호관세에 정부 전략 수정
Joongang Ilbo | Local Language | News
트럼프 상호관세 D-2…수출·내수 흔들리는 한국, 3중고 우려
Joongang Ilbo | Local Language | News
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Japan's Corporate Donation Regulations at a Crossroads
Corporate donations and political funding in Japan face significant regulatory proposals and debate.
The central issue concerns regulatory proposals on corporate and group political donations in Japan.
Key leaders and parties are actively engaged in discussions to either maintain the current donation framework with enhanced transparency measures or to impose a comprehensive ban on such donations. Yoshihiko Noda, the leader of the Constitutional Democratic Party, announced that both ruling and opposition parties will extend their deadline for deciding on corporate and group donations until after April, thereby postponing related legislative votes.
In the legislative arena, the House of Representatives did not secure enough votes for either of the two competing bills.
The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) proposed a bill aimed at improving transparency while permitting corporate donations to continue, whereas the CDP and other opposition parties backed a bill seeking to impose a complete ban on these donations. Facing a legislative deadlock, the LDP has sparked working-level discussions with Komeito and the National Government to craft a joint proposal that reinforces regulatory measures while maintaining the existing donation structure.
Officials from the ruling coalition and the Democratic Party for the People plan to engage in further discussions with the CDP in April.
Shinjiro Koizumi of the LDP announced plans to establish a structured forum for dialogue, which aims to facilitate interparty discussions and identify common ground—a proposal also supported by representatives from both Komeito and the DPFP.
References for this Development
企業献金、結論4月以降に 立民代表「延長戦を覚悟」
Decision on corporate donations to be made after April - CDP leader "prepared for extra time"
Nikkei | Local Language | News
立民、企業献金「延長戦を覚悟」 結論は4月以降ずれ込み
CDP: "Prepared for extra time" on corporate donations; decision delayed beyond April
Nishi Nippon | Local Language | News
CDP Urged to Continue Talks over Corporate Donations
Nippon | English | News
企業献金巡る法案、自民・小泉氏「採決を」 立民は慎重
LDP's Koizumi urges vote on bill over corporate donations, CDP cautious
Nikkei | Local Language | News
立民、企業献金「延長戦を覚悟」 結論は４月以降ずれ込み
CDP: "Prepared for extra time" on corporate donations; decision delayed beyond April
Tokyo Shimbun | Local Language | News
企業・団体献金、結論4月以降に 立民・野田代表「延長戦を覚悟」
The Sankei News | Local Language | News
企業・団体献金の議論「延長戦を覚悟」 立民・野田代表
CDP leader Noda: "Prepared for extra time" on corporate and group donation debate
Nishi Nippon | Local Language | News
自民、企業献金法案採決を 野党は国会審議の継続要求
LDP to vote on corporate donation bill; opposition parties demand continuation of Diet deliberations
Nishi Nippon | Local Language | News
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