TOKYO: Japan could pass a one-off bill allowing its retirement-ready emperor to step down, a government panel said Monday, in what would be the first abdication in over two centuries.
The option was one of several presented by the group of experts charged with sorting out the thorny issue. They are reportedly expected to make a final recommendation in March.
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