Japan Steps Up Support For Companies Investing Overseas: Cabinet Official

The video discusses various support measures for Japanese companies expanding overseas, including information updates, feasibility studies, and financing options. It highlights priority sectors like ICT, digitalization, and decarbonization. The government's role in business decisions is addressed, emphasizing support without overstepping into private sector decisions. The video concludes with Japan's economic needs, focusing on leveraging overseas returns to boost domestic growth.

What type of support does the Japanese government offer to companies looking to expand overseas?

• Free office spaces in foreign countries

• Only financial loans

• Complete business management services

• Information on risks and opportunities, feasibility studies, and financial support

Which sectors are prioritized by the Japanese government for growth?

• Automobile manufacturing and textiles

• Real estate and construction

• ICT, digitalization, decarbonization, and soft industries

• Mining and heavy machinery

What is the government's stance on influencing business decisions?

• They discourage any overseas expansion

• They make all business decisions for companies

• They provide support but do not recommend specific decisions

• They strongly recommend specific business decisions

How does the Japanese government plan to address the challenges of an aging population?

• By increasing immigration

• By reducing the retirement age

• By promoting overseas business and repatriating returns

• By increasing taxes

What is the potential benefit of repatriated returns for Japan?

• They can be used to build new infrastructure

• They can be used to lower taxes

• They can be used to raise wages and enhance economic growth

• They can be used to fund public transportation