Takaichi Defends Policy Mix as Yen Slides and Rate Pressure Builds
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has pushed back against criticism that her government is tolerating a weak yen and resisting higher interest rates, arguing that policy must remain focused on growth and household support. Her remarks come as Tokyo weighs tax relief, possible fiscal offsets, and broader measures to cushion consumers while markets watch for any shift in Japan’s long-standing monetary stance.
