Scott Bessent discusses desirability of strong yen with Satsuki Katayama

Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent is the United States Treasury Secretary. He recently held a check-in meeting with his Japanese counterpart focused on currency matters. The discussion specifically addressed the desirability of a strong yen. Satsuki Katayama: Satsuki Katayama serves as Japan's Finance Minister. She participated in bilateral talks with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on economic and currency issues. These exchanges covered the potential benefits of yen appreciation. Bilateral Talks: US and Japanese finance officials regularly hold check-in meetings to discuss currency policy and economic coordination.