Bessent Pledges Close Coordination with Japan's Finance Ministry

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on May 2, 2026, that he will maintain close communication with Japan's Ministry of Finance. The statement comes against the backdrop of new developments in bilateral economic relations.

Speaking to the press, Bessent stressed the importance of policy coordination between Washington and Tokyo, particularly in the areas of finance and exchange rates. “We will continue regular exchanges with Japan's Ministry of Finance to ensure stability and transparency,” he said.

The move follows a series of bilateral meetings between senior officials of the two countries. No further details have been released regarding the specific content of upcoming communications.