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Economy
Jun 2, 2026 15:21 (JST)
Tokyo, June 2 (Jiji Press)–The Japanese government needs to clarify the purpose of its strategic investment that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is promoting, Reiko Akiike, co-chair of Boston Consulting Group Japan, said in a recent interview.
Akiike said she has strong expectations for the investment in 17 areas, including artificial intelligence, semiconductors and quantum technology. Investment in AI and semiconductors is “absolutely necessary as a country,” she said.
“Will we accept what domestic AI can do, or will we nurture it to take an appropriate position in the world? The government should think about where to aim,” Akiike said.
The government should set appropriate evaluation standards for the…
