Group 1 - The Japanese Finance Minister, Shunichi Suzuki, stated that the details of monetary policy should be left to the Bank of Japan, indicating a collaborative approach between the central bank and the government [1] - The Bank of Japan and the government agree that the economy is gradually recovering, with expectations for the central bank to manage policies towards a 2% inflation target [1] - There is no divergence in economic views between the Bank of Japan and the government, and both will monitor corporate trends closely [1] Group 2 - Transparency in spending is deemed crucial for fiscal trust, highlighting the importance of clear financial practices [1] - The reliance on imports means that fluctuations in the yen's exchange rate will impact prices, emphasizing the interconnectedness of currency value and inflation [1]