Japan’s Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato said on Tuesday that Tokyo will carefully evaluate the economic impact of the ongoing trade dispute between the United States and China, stressing that the outcome of these tensions could have significant implications for Japan’s economy.
Speaking on broader market dynamics, Kato noted that “interest rates are driven by various factors,” emphasizing the need to closely monitor developments in the bond market. The finance minister added that the government will maintain continuous dialogue with market participants to ensure transparency and alignment in its fiscal and monetary management approach.
Kato further underscored Japan’s commitment to pursuing appropriate bond management policies, signaling a cautious stance amid rising global uncertainty and potential spillover effects from escalating US-China trade measures.
The remarks come as financial markets remain on edge over intensifying trade frictions and their possible influence on global growth, currency movements, and long-term interest rates.
