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1953, April 19
 
In national elections, the Liberals' majority in the Diet was substantially narrowed.  1
 
July 29
 
The House of Representatives unanimously voted to adopt a resolution favoring an increase of trade with the People's Republic of China.  2
 
Oct. 30
 
A U.S.-Japanese agreement was concluded for the enlargement of Japan's “Self-Defense Forces,” to protect it from possible aggression and to reduce the U.S. burden in the defense of Japan.  3
 
 
 
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