Event Brief
Akazawa appointed critical-materials czar
Filed: Mar 31, 2026 at 6:06 AM ET
Summary: Industry minister Akazawa will review supply and develop policies in response to Middle East conflict.
WHO: Sanae Takaichi
WHAT: Appointment of critical-materials czar
WHEN: Mar 31, 2026 at 4:12 AM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: To review the supply situation and develop policy responses.
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