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Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida: Japan's Economy Has Moderately Recovered

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida stated that Japan's economy has moderately recovered, although some sectors have shown signs of weakness. The central bank will continue to raise policy interest rates based on developments in economic activity, prices, and financial conditions.

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