On 19 June 2024, the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism launched a public consultation on the draft amendment to the core business sectors of the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act to secure stable supply chains.

Submissions may be submitted:

• by mail: 3-3-1 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-8940 Public Comment Section, Investment Planning and Review Office, Research Division, International Bureau,  Ministry of Finance
• by email: gaitame-kaisei@mof.go.jpor; or
• via the E-gov portal.

Deadline: the consultation closes on 19 July 2024.