Finance Minister Katayama met with U.S. Treasury Secretary Yellen, stating that he "gained an understanding" regarding currency coordination.

Breaking News, Featured: Society, Politics, Economy, Weather & Disasters, International, Science & Culture, Sports, Lifestyle, In-Depth, Regional, Videos & Programs. Katayama, Finance Minister, Meets with U.S. Treasury Secretary Bentsen: "Understanding of Exchange Rate Coordination Achieved." May 12, 2026, 11:48 AM Finance Minister Katayama met with U.S. Treasury Secretary Bentsen, who is visiting Japan. They exchanged opinions on recent exchange rate trends, particularly in light of Japan's recent intervention in the foreign exchange market. Minister Katayama stated that he gained an understanding of the coordination between Japan and the United States regarding... Featured Keywords: Ministry of Finance, United States, Finance, Stock Prices & Exchange Rates. Related Articles: U.S. Treasury Secretary Bentsen Arrives in Japan, Scheduled to Meet with Prime Minister Koichi on May 12. May 11, 13:17 U.S. Treasury Secretary Bentsen Arrives in Japan, Scheduled to Meet with Prime Minister Koichi on May 12. May 11, 18:50 Trump: "Ceasefire is Fragile, Like a Life Support System." May 12, 7:04 Trump: "U.S.-China Summit to Discuss Iran Situation and Energy." May 12, 7:23 Hantavirus: WHO Recommends 42-Day Quarantine for All Passengers and Crew. May 12, 5:04 Nasdaq and S&P 500 Stock Indices Reach New Highs; "NACHO" Also Trending in the Market. May 12, 6:57 U.S. EV Plans: Japanese Manufacturers Accelerating Revisions Due to Decreasing Demand. May 12, 5:14 International Conference Held Regarding Ukrainian Children Abducted by Russia. May 12, 6:40 One Year Since Military Conflict: The Current State of India-Pakistan Relations. May 11, 15:34 In-Depth Content: What Will Happen to Prices? Why Did Price Increases Occur? Analyzing Prices to Uncover the Truth. May 9, 18:49 Spring Bear Sightings Increasing Again: Another Unusual Phenomenon. May 8, 16:26 Is Taiwanese Money Fueling Rising Real Estate Prices? Examining the Reality and Background. May 7, 10:08 Want to Escape a Tsunami? The Only Thing You Can Do Now is Prepare a Life Jacket. May 6, 10:15 What is NATO Doing in Japan? Concerns About Distance from "That Country." May 4, 11:14 Are You Familiar with "Child Short Stays"? May 3, 11:19 "Next Step Will Be 'Rikuryu'": First Interview Since Announcing Retirement. May 2, 7:28 "Hereditary Cancer": Understanding Your "Predisposition" to Protect Your Life. May 1, 18:35 More In-Depth Content News. Latest & Featured Videos: Watch Currently Airing Videos. Weather Forecast & Disaster Information: Check Weather Forecast & Disaster Information. Breaking News: Katayama, Finance Minister, Meets with U.S. Treasury Secretary Bentsen: "Understanding of Exchange Rate Coordination Achieved." May 12, 11:48 Calbee Products: Investigation into Related Companies Regarding "Black and White" Packaging. Government. May 12, 11:42 March Household Survey: 4 Consecutive Months of Decrease; "Movement to Stock Up on Household Goods." May 12, 11:26 Hokkaido: Usu Prison's Cherry Blossom Trees Open to the Public After 2 Years. May 12, 11:21 View All Breaking News. Regional News: Select Your Region: Choose a Prefecture to Go to That Region's News Page. Choose from a Map. NHK ONE News: Top Economic News. To View This Page, Please Confirm Your Usage Intent. If You Already Have a Subscription Contract, No Additional Contracts or Charges Are Required. If You Do Not Have a Subscription Contract, Please Proceed with the Contract Process. For Business or School Use, Please Check the Links Below. Learn More About Subscription Contracts. Services Available: Simultaneous Broadcast and Catch-Up Streaming of Programs, Viewing of News Articles and Program-Related Information. I Understand the Content. Check to Proceed. Do Not Use the Service.