[Japanese Minister of Economic and Fiscal Policy: Must Be Vigilant About the Impact of Middle East Conflict on the Economy] According to Golden Finance, on May 19, Japan's Minister of Economic and Fiscal Policy, Shigeyuki Goto, stated: This year's wage negotiations have been robust, and working conditions have improved. The impact of government measures may support a moderate economic recovery. We must be vigilant about the impact of the Middle East conflict on the economy. The government will respond flexibly while closely monitoring the effects of the Middle East conflict on the economy, as well as the impact of rising prices on households and business activities.