Japan PM prioritizes beating deflation; seeks ties with like-minded nations

Japan PM Ishiba on the wires

• Japanese PM Ishiba says beating deflation is the top economic priority and we will seek economic growth as the basis of fiscal health
• Will compile economic package as soon as possible to help cushion blow to households from rising costs.
• Says will seek ties with like-minded nations to supplement US alliance and pursue regional security policy balancing diplomacy and military strength
• Adds South Korea partnership is crucial for Japan
• Will deepen cooperation with Seoul and Washington.
• Japan will cooperate with China where it can and confront it on issues that need addressing.

via PiQ Suite

This article was written by Ryan Paisey at www.forexlive.com.