Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says the Bessent-Takaichi talks were very positive, in which they discussed Mythos and critical minerals

The positive remarks from Japan's Finance Minister Katayama regarding the Bessent-Takaichi talks suggest a strengthening of international collaboration on critical minerals, which are vital for tech and green energy sectors.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 12 May 2026, 07:52 UTCOn the live feed at 07:32 UTC — 3 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says the Bessent-Takaichi talks were very positive, in which they discussed Mythos and critical minerals

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This could lead to more stable supply chains and greater investment in Japan's metals sector, potentially impacting commodity prices and related equities positively. Watch for market reactions especially in the commodities space, as such developments often influence sentiment towards metals and mining stocks.

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