Japan and US Pledge Close Currency Coordination Amid Yen Volatility Concerns
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Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 15
Japan and US Pledge Close Currency Coordination Amid Yen Volatility Concerns
2 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 15
Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama met US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss currency issues and plans further talks during Bessent’s May visit to Japan.
Katayama emphasized close coordination with the US and warned of strong action against excessive yen volatility, as the yen nears 160 per dollar.
Both countries share concerns over currency movements, with Japan seeking yen stability and the US interested in a weaker dollar for export competitiveness.
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