Japan: 2011 Article IV Consultation: Staff Report; Staff Supplement; Public Information Notice on the Executive Board Discussion
Electronic Access:
Free Download. Use the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to view this PDF file
Summary:
Japan has responded swiftly to stabilize markets, and activity has begun to recover. The immediate priority is to repair damaged infrastructure and facilitate a swift recovery. Financial policies should protect against the risk of an economic slowdown and higher market volatility. Timely implementation of the government’s growth strategy would help sustain fiscal adjustment and support the recovery. Japan is an important contributor to regional growth and stability. Despite the adversity caused by the earthquake, Japan continues to demonstrate its strong commitment to international cooperation.
Series:
Country Report No. 2011/181
Subject:
Banking Commodities Consumption taxes Electricity Financial institutions Inflation Loans Prices Public debt Taxes
English
Publication Date:
July 19, 2011
ISBN/ISSN:
9781462329465/1934-7685
Stock No:
1JPNEA2011001
Pages:
45
Please address any questions about this title to publications@imf.org