nigel cassidy, bbc news, brussels. >> let's go to japan now, because its prime minister has declaredthrough reforms. he called a vote to support for his abenomics reforms. since he was elected in 2012, he's tried to revive the economy by raising public spending and at the same time wanted to print money. this latest result does buy him a little time to pursue some of the tougher structural reforms he needs to revitalize agriculture and industry. that could extend mr. abe's reign until 2018, meaning he could become one of japan's longest serving post-war prime ministers. clearly a lot of work to do over there. we'll have more on it for you a little later. >> do stay with us here on "bbc world news." still to come, more coverage from sydney as hostages continue to be held at a cafe in the center of the city. give you 37-thousand to replace it. "depreciation" they claim. "how can my car depreciate before it's first oil change?" you ask. maybe the better question is, why do you have that insurance company? with liberty mutual new car replacement, we'll replace the full value of your car.