- Japan’s Prime Minister announces plans to improve the environment for utilizing Web3 tokens.
- Japan PM remarks at the WebX conference in Tokyo signal Japan’s continued embrace of Web3.
- The Prime Minister’s economic policy focuses on innovation, start-ups, and digital transformation, with Web3 playing a crucial role.
Japan’s Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, has recently unveiled that the country’s comprehensive annual policy blueprint includes measures that prioritize user protection while simultaneously enhancing the environment for the utilization of Web3 tokens. This move aims to revitalize the content industry and marks a significant step in Japan’s digital transformation journey.
Kishida’s announcement was made during a video broadcast at the WebX conference in Tokyo, further solidifying the Liberal Democratic Party’s support for Web3. The Prime Minister emphasized that “Web3 is part of the new form of capitalism,” a reference to his flagship economic policy designed to stimulate growth and wealth distribution through a focus on innovation, start-ups, and digital transformation.
In his speech, Kishida hinted at an ambitious large-scale project by a major Japanese company that will establish a valuable economic zone in the metaverse. This announcement, coupled with the Liberal Democratic Party’s inclusive stance towards Web3, even for those unfamiliar with the industry, signals a promising future for Web3 in Japan.
Looking ahead, the future of Web3 in Japan appears bright. With its recent developments and the country’s commitment to digital transformation, Web3 is poised to play a significant role in shaping Japan’s digital economy.
