Japan's Minister of Economy and Finance Minoru Jonouchi: Respect the Bank of Japan's decision, but we need to pay attention to the economic outlook. It is essential that the Bank of Japan communicate closely to communicate its views. There was no comment on Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda's remarks at the press conference. It is extremely important to implement appropriate monetary policies to simultaneously achieve strong economic growth and a steady rise in inflation. The government will closely monitor financial market developments and keep an eye on relevant data. It is important to note that there are differences in neutral interest rates. I won't reveal what I said at the monetary policy meeting because the Bank of Japan has information disclosure regulations. Generally speaking, higher interest rates increase debt payments and interest income. The Cabinet Office will pay close attention to how rising interest rates will affect the real economy through various channels. In the management of economic and fiscal policies, it is important to pay close attention to various matters.

Japan's Minister of Economy and Finance Minoru Jonouchi: Respect the Bank of Japan's decision, but we need to pay attention to the economic outlook. It is essential that the Bank of Japan communicate closely to communicate its views. There was no comment on Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda's remarks at the press conference. It is extremely important to implement appropriate monetary policies to simultaneously achieve strong economic growth and a steady rise in inflation. The government will closely monitor financial market developments and keep an eye on relevant data. It is important to note that there are differences in neutral interest rates. I won't reveal what I said at the monetary policy meeting because the Bank of Japan has information disclosure regulations. Generally speaking, higher interest rates increase debt payments and interest income. The Cabinet Office will pay close attention to how rising interest rates will affect the real economy through various channels. In the management of economic and fiscal policies, it is important to pay close attention to various matters.