OECD's 1999 review of regulatory reform in Japan. It finds that regulatory reform is at the heart of Japan’s strategy … foundation for sustainable competitiveness and prosperity in Japan. Japan was one of the first OECD countries to request a broad …

Regulatory Reform in Japan was among the first in a series of in-depth country reviews on regulatory reform. Since 1999 … market openness. This study updates information about competition policy in Japan, and such trade-related matters as … Zones initiative, also receive attention. The overall concern is how further progress on regulatory reform can enhance Japan …

fragility, crisis and humanitarian assistance. Japan combines diplomatic, peace and development efforts to achieve sustainable …-reliant development, country ownership and the mutual benefits of development co-operation for Japan and its partner countries. Japan is … recognised as a global champion of disaster risk reduction. Increasing official development assistance could strengthen Japan …