PoliticsJapan's Kishida pledges 'bold investment' in people, startups
Leader highlights growth areas like decarbonization to unlock country's potential
Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida sets off this week on a weeklong trip to meet counterparts in France, Italy, the U.K., Canada and the U.S. (Photo by Yo Inoue)
SAYUMI TAKE, Nikkei staff writer
December 23, 2022 11:20 JST
Updated on December 23, 2022 13:02 JST
TOKYO -- As a volatile year draws to a close with inflation and high prices straining businesses and households, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stressed his government's intention to ramp up investment in various fields, from human resources to startups.