Japan: 2009 Article IV Consultation: Staff Report; Staff Statement; and Public Information Notice on the Executive Board Discussion

Publication Date:

July 15, 2009

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

This 2009 Article IV Consultation highlights that although Japan was not at the center of the initial crisis, the collapse in external demand and financial spillovers have plunged the economy into a severe recession. Financial policies are focusing on strengthening the resilience of the financial system. Executive Directors have welcomed the support being provided by fiscal stimulus packages. On the monetary front, Directors have commended the authorities for their wide-ranging actions, which have helped to stabilize financial markets and facilitate corporate financing.

Series:

Country Report No. 2009/210

Subject:

English

Publication Date:

July 15, 2009

ISBN/ISSN:

9781451820737/1934-7685

Stock No:

1JPNEA2009002

Pages:

53

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