Katsunobu Kato
Katsunobu Kato is a prominent Japanese politician who has served as the Minister of Finance. He plays a critical role in addressing economic policies and fiscal matters in Japan, particularly in relation to international trade and relations. Recently, he has been involved in discussions with the U.S. government regarding the imposition of tariffs on steel and aluminum, advocating for the exclusion of Japanese companies from these measures, highlighting the importance of Japan's export economy.
Born on Jul 04, 1960 (65 years old)
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Japan:
Katsunobu Kato emphasized the importance of responsible proactive fiscal policy.
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Taiwan:
Japanese Minister of Finance Katsunobu Kato voiced concern over the latest export controls, emphasizing the importance of coordinated action among G7 nations.
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San Marino:
Katsunobu Kato responded to journalists that Japan will do everything possible to achieve peace in Ukraine.
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United Kingdom:
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he communicated this 'expectation' to visiting Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato on Wednesday.
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Russia:
Katsunobu Kato is the Japanese counterpart of Scott Bessent and discussed economic relations between the USA and Japan.
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Japan:
Katsunobu Kato was mentioned in the context of the LDP presidential election.
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Russia:
Katsunobu Kato, the Minister of Finance of Japan, stated that Japan will not raise tariffs on countries importing Russian oil.
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Hong Kong:
Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato attended a budget committee meeting.
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Norway:
Katsunobu Kato previously threatened to sell American bonds to pressure the USA during tariff negotiations.
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Taiwan:
Japanese Minister of Finance Katsunobu Kato yesterday said that the Japanese government leaves monetary policy decisions to the BOJ.
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