An introduction to Part 2 of the August 2025 issue of "Economic Prism," an economic analysis report published by the House of Councillors Research Office.
This report is positioned as a sequel to Economic Prism No. 246, developing more specialized and detailed economic analysis and policy issue examinations. Part 2 provides in-depth analysis of more specific policy issues and implementation measures, building upon the basic economic trend analysis covered in Part 1.
Major analysis subjects include detailed examination of digital economy development and its impact on labor markets, economic impact of decarbonization policies, economic growth strategies in a declining population society, regional disparity expansion and correction measures, and international competitiveness enhancement strategies, with empirical analysis based on quantitative data for each area.
Digital transformation analysis develops detailed analysis by industry and company size of the impact of AI and IoT technology proliferation on productivity improvement and employment structure, highlighting the importance of resolving digital divides and human resource development. Additionally, quantitative evaluation of economic effects from digital technology introduction and concrete recommendations for effective policy support implementation are included.
Regarding decarbonization policies, detailed analysis is conducted on industrial structure transformation costs toward achieving carbon neutrality targets and impacts on economic growth, presenting comprehensive policy recommendations on green investment promotion measures, technological innovation support strategies, and international competitiveness maintenance methods.
For population decline and regional economy, quantitative analysis of demographic change impacts on regional economy is conducted alongside verification of regional revitalization policy effects, examination of specific countermeasures including regional revitalization strategies utilizing digital technology and administrative efficiency improvement through wide-area cooperation.
Response to international economic environment changes develops analysis and policy recommendations based on the latest international situation regarding trade policy challenges, supply chain resilience, economic security assurance, and response to international financial market trends.
The article evaluates this as important material providing advanced research results indispensable for Diet deliberations and policy formation, representing multifaceted and specialized analysis of complex economic challenges.