Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama announced the government's preparedness to take decisive action in the currency market, committing to monitor market movements and fiscal policy impacts. This reflects a sense of urgency in addressing the yen's impact and long-term interest rates.
TOKYO, Oct 27 : Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Tuesday the government stood ready to take decisive action in the currency market.
"We are always watching market moves, including now, with a high sense of urgency," Katayama told parliament, when asked about the impact the administration's fiscal policy could have on the yen and long-term interest rate moves.
Source: Reuters
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