The outlook of the Japanese economy is just bright. Some statistics show a negative sign, but business mind is positive. Companies are still desperately in need of capital investment.
Movements in the RMB rate have gotten more flexibility. It is a good move.
The Free Trade Commission (FTC) should not wear two hats -- a prosecutor against illegal cartels and a judge of the case. Surcharges on cases of violation of the antimonopoly law should not have two effects -- forfeiture of illegal profit and criminal penalty. The FTC ought to have launched a study group to consider these key issues, but they allegedly are off the right track. It is big concern.
The EPA with EU is a must. Fierce competition for EPA forming has been spreading all over the world. Japan is in the game. Keidanren will speak in no time.