Japanese Minister of Economy and Finance: Respect the decision of the Bank of Japan, but need to pay attention to the economic outlook.

Japanese Minister of Economy and Finance, Jo Naijitsu: Respect the decision of the Bank of Japan, but need to pay attention to the economic outlook. Close communication with the Bank of Japan is crucial to convey its views. No comment on the remarks of Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda at the press conference. It is crucial to implement appropriate monetary policy to achieve both strong economic growth and stable inflation. The government will closely monitor financial market developments and relevant data. It is necessary to pay attention to the divergence in the neutral interest rate. I will not disclose what I said at the monetary policy meeting, as the Bank of Japan has disclosure regulations. Generally, higher interest rates will increase debt payments and interest income. The Cabinet Office will closely monitor how an increase in interest rates will impact the real economy through various channels. In managing economic and fiscal policies, it is important to closely monitor various matters.