Financial Services Agency Innovation Initiatives
The Financial Services Agency is advancing innovation in areas such as fintech, crypto assets, blockchain, AI, and stablecoins through consultations, support for overseas asset managers and others...
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32Financial Research Vol. 45: Published Papers and More
This article introduces research findings and other materials published in Volumes 45, Issues 1 through 3, of Financial Research, the journal of the Institute for Monetary and Economic Studies, Bank...
World Economic Trends 2026 I—Middle East Tensions and Policy Responses— | Chapter 2Global Economy in H1 2026: Middle East and AI Shape US Growth
In the global economy during the first half of 2026, rising energy prices and inflation caused by developments in the Middle East weighed on households and business activity, while strong AIrelated...
World Economic Trends 2026 I—Middle East Tensions and Policy Responses— | Chapter 3China and Asia Economy in Early 2026: Weak Demand, AI Demand
China's economy slowed moderately in early 2026 as weak consumption, real estate, and investment offset support from infrastructure investment and exports of electronic equipment and integrated...
Launching the Frontline First Initiative
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism are launching the Frontline First Initiative to make social infrastructure safe and...
Prime Minister Takaichi’s Remarks at Council on Enhancing Drug Discovery
On July 10, 2026, Prime Minister Takaichi attended the PublicPrivate Council for Enhancing Drug Discovery Capabilities and indicated a policy of positioning drug discovery as one of the strategic...
Draft Decision on the Second AI Basic Plan
On July 10, 2026, the fifth meeting of the Artificial Intelligence Strategy Headquarters discussed a draft basic plan based on the AI Law and other matters, and decided on the draft of the second AI...
GSAP 2026: Five Courses Launch with Global Accelerators
JETRO, in cooperation with the Cabinet Office, launched the Global Startup Acceleration Program (GSAP) to support Japanese startups expanding overseas on April 30, 2026. In fiscal 2026, 62 companies...
UN Establishes New International Framework for AI Governance
The UN General Assembly decided on August 26 to establish new frameworks to promote cooperation on artificial intelligence (AI) governance. Two frameworks were established: the "Independent...
Addressing Africa's Challenges: Introduction of Kansai-Origin Businesses and Renewable Energy Projects
At the "Kansai Africa Business Forum" held in Osaka on August 23, six Kansai companies operating in Africa introduced their specific initiatives. Each company's practical cases demonstrate the...
Prime Minister Ishiba's Address at Government-Private Business Dialogue
Prime Minister Ishiba delivered a speech on JapanAfrica economic cooperation policy at the GovernmentPrivate Business Dialogue held on August 21, 2025, regarding the Tokyo International Conference...
"University-Launched Venture Awards 2025" Recipients Announced
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) announced the recipients of the "UniversityLaunched Venture Awards 2025," with Vice Minister Koga presenting the METI Minister's Award to "Akari...