Speech by Board Member KOEDA in Fukuoka (Economic Activity, Prices, and Monetary Policy in Japan)
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[Speech] Economic Activity, Prices, and Monetary Policy in Japan Speech at a Meeting with Local Leaders in Fukuoka 日本語 KOEDA Junko Member of the Policy Board May 21, 2026 Full Text [PDF 599KB]
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