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Japan: Ministry of Finance adds several sectors to those considered 'core' under Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act (FEFTA)

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16 Aug 2024

In August 2024, the government of Japan announced changes to the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act (FEFTA) Regulatory Notices. The government added several sectors to the list of “core business sectors”, foreign investments into which are subject to screening. 

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