Financial institutions are expected to play their part by actively supporting firms’ vigorous efforts through their function as financial intermediaries. Meanwhile, the government needs to provide an environment that makes such efforts by private economic entities possible. It is necessary to constantly examine whether there are institutional factors that put Japanese firms at a disadvantage in global competition.
The conclusion of free trade and economic partnership agreements currently being discussed, as well as issues related to tax and regulatory policies, are important issues that will affect the future management strategies of Japanese firms. For the sake of our children and grandchildren, we have a great responsibility to develop a vision for future economic growth.