Bessent: Strong Yen Desired in Talks with Japan
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met online with Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama to discuss the yen's value.
Bessent stated that a strong yen is desirable, reflecting Japan's economic fundamentals.
The discussion built on Tuesday's meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, which reflected strong ties between the two nations.