Lawmakers on Wednesday enacted a ¥3.32 trillion extra budget for fiscal 2015. The plan aims to bolster the economy through greater social support and a more competitive farming sector.
The supplementary budget for the period through March was approved by the House of Councilors, in which the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito hold a majority of seats.
The extra budget will extend support for child-rearing, as well as keeping people in work even if they feel compelled to quit their jobs to take care of elderly relatives.