Japan remains on high alert for currency volatility as yen surges
Top diplomat Atsushi Mimura says Tokyo remains vigilant against yen volatility. Officials are monitoring markets closely following a recent surge in the yen.
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JP's top currency diplomat, Atsushi Mimura, stated on February 12, 2026, that Tokyo has not lowered its guard against foreign exchange movements following a recent surge in the yen. Mimura confirmed that the Ministry of Finance (Japan) will continue to closely monitor the foreign exchange market and maintain close communication with United States 
US authorities. This continued monitoring and diplomatic contact are directly relevant to the management of currency volatility and the stability of yen-dollar trading.
JP's top currency diplomat, Atsushi Mimura, stated on February 12, 2026, that Tokyo has not lowered its guard against foreign exchange movements following a recent surge in the yen. Mimura confirmed that the Ministry of Finance (Japan) will continue to closely monitor the foreign exchange market and maintain close communication with United States US authorities. This continued monitoring and diplomatic contact are directly relevant to the management of currency volatility and the stability of yen-dollar trading.
