The Japanese Minister of Finance said that bold action had been mentioned earlier.

Japanese Finance Minister Koizumi Kozue told reporters that speculation activities in the foreign exchange and crude oil futures markets are increasing. Koizumi said she had already mentioned the possibility of taking bold action. Considering the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on people's lives and the economy, the government is prepared to take measures in various aspects. Koizumi said that volatility in these markets is increasing rapidly. Comments by US President Donald Trump on the situation in the Middle East have had a significant impact on various markets.