Indeed, many prime ministers have lied about their intentions and suddenly dissolved the chamber for a snap election, often catching opposition parties unprepared.
The prime minister has the power to dissolve the Lower House at any time, and calling an election that gives the ruling camp an advantage is considered a sound tactic.
This belief has added fuel to now widespread speculation that Prime Minister Shinzo Abe may dissolve the chamber as early as next week — most likely after Monday — despite his public denial.
On Sunday, the Yomiuri Shimbun reported that Abe was considering dissolving the Lower House and calling a snap election if he were to delay the plan to hike the consumption tax next October to 10 percent.
If Abe does dissolve the Lower House, an election could be held on Dec. 14 or Dec. 21, the Yomiuri reported, citing several informed sources. Later in the day, Abe denied the reports, saying he is “not at all considering” such a move.
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