Japan's Ministry of Finance
Coverage of Japan's Ministry of Finance in the Nexus archive.
- Japan’s Katayama Declines to Comment on FX Intervention For Now
Japan's Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama declined to comment on foreign exchange intervention during a parliamentary session on April 27, 2026. The ongoing war in the Middle East has intensified pressure on the Japanese government to implement energy-saving measures, complicating efforts by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to address public concerns about potential energy shortages.
- Japan Can Boost the Yen But That’s Only a Short-Term Fix
Japan's finance minister, Satsuki Katayama, stated that officials are closely monitoring the foreign exchange market with U.S. counterparts to address the yen's weakness caused by speculative moves. The government remains vigilant but acknowledges that boosting the yen may only offer short-term relief.
- Japan’s Katayama Reiterates Constant Close Contact With US on FX
Japan's Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama emphasized maintaining close communication with the US on foreign exchange matters during the IMF and World Bank Spring meetings. The IMF downgraded its global growth forecast due to a Middle East war-induced oil shock, warning of a potential economic downturn if the conflict persists and energy infrastructure is severely damaged.