Japan’s Kato to meet US Treasury Secretary Bessent on Thursday

investing.com • 24/04/2025 - 03:41 AM

Meeting Announcement

Location: Washington
Date: Wednesday

Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato announced plans to meet with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday. Kato expressed hope for discussions focused on the importance of close coordination.

After attending meetings with the Group of Seven and 20 major economies, Kato informed reporters that he has raised concerns with his counterparts regarding U.S. tariffs and countermeasures, which are contributing to uncertainties in financial markets.