Japan's First Female Finance Minister: A New Economic Path
Update: 2025-12-24
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Japans First Female Finance Minister, Satsuki Katayama, Takes on Tough Economic StrainsIn a historic move, Satsuki Katayama becomes Japans first female finance minister, facing economic challenges such as slow growth and high debt. A long-time MOF insider, Katayama aims to support Prime Minister Sanae Takaichis growth plan through significant spending. Takaichis stimulus package, worth over $65 billion, targets household spending, local economies, and wage increases. However, Japans high debt-to-GDP ratio and primary budget surplus target pose challenges. Katayama must convince markets that this spending is wise and sustainable, as the yen weakens and import costs rise. The Bank of Japans recent rate hike adds pressure. Katayamas leadership will shape Japans economic future.
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