In an exclusive TBS interview with Finance Minister Katayama Satsuki (片山さつき), it was reported that Prime Minister Takaichi (高市) had publicly indicated an intention to leave monetary policy to the BOJ.
In an exclusive TBS interview, Finance Minister Katayama Satsuki (片山さつき) said that Prime Minister Takaichi (高市) had indicated an intention to leave monetary policy to the BOJ. The view that responsibility for operating the BOJ's monetary policy should be entrusted to the BOJ itself was again highlighted.
During the interview, Finance Minister Katayama was said to have commented on Prime Minister Takaichi's economic theories and policy direction. Details of the specific remarks are expected to be confirmed in the full interview article.
The remarks suggest a shift in the government's policy regarding who should operate monetary policy, and may prompt increased attention to reactions inside and outside the government and to further reporting.