*  *  *  Today, I would like to talk about Japan’s financial system and share with you my thoughts on the future of financial services. I.
Current State of Japan’s Financial System and the Challenges It Faces  The Bank of Japan has sought to maintain financial system stability and promote economic recovery, by providing ample liquidity under the quantitative easing policy, to overcome deflation. The Bank has also supported efforts by the financial services industry, using various means, to strengthen the soundness and functioning of the financial system.