ACCJ Issues Statement on Deepening U.S.–Japan Economic Security Cooperation
The ACCJ welcomes the U.S.–Japan commitment to deepening economic security cooperation and supports Japan’s ongoing efforts to enhance economic security. The ACCJ underscores in the statement the importance of fair, transparent policies that foster growth and innovation and looks forward to continued dialogue with the Government of Japan to ensure an effective approach. STATEMENT IN ENGLISH | JAPANESE
This statement was issued following a productive meeting with Minister Kiuchi and the leaders of the ACCJ Task Force on Economic Security on February 26 to to discuss the evolving landscape of Japan’s economic security environment. We sincerely appreciate Minister Kiuchi’s dedication to strengthening Japan’s economic security and for this opportunity to share the ACCJ’s perspective on this critical policy.
The statement also reinforces the six principles outlined in the ACCJ’s Principles for Promotion of Economic Security issued in April 2022.
Key highlights from the ACCJ’s statement:
The ACCJ commends the U.S. and Japan for reaffirming their commitment to economic security, as highlighted in the February 2025 U.S.–Japan Joint Leaders’ Statement.
The ACCJ emphasizes the need for Japan’s economic security measures to remain fair, transparent, and minimally burdensome. It urges the Government of Japan to maintain a level playing field, avoid redundant regulations, and ensure that security initiatives—such as security clearance and critical infrastructure protections—are aligned with international best practices.
The ACCJ welcomes Japan’s engagement with the private sector and foreign firms in shaping economic security policies that also drive economic growth and innovation. The ACCJ remains committed to ongoing dialogue to support the development of an effective and balanced economic security framework.
Implementing these recommended measures will facilitate international business cooperation, reduce national security risks, and enhance “Japan’s attractiveness as a place for business to invest, innovate, and grow.”
ACCJ Chairman Christopher LaFleur and ACCJ Task Force on Economic Security leaders Eric Sedlak, Shuichi Izumo, and David Parker met with the Minister in Charge of Economic Security Minoru Kiuchi on February 26.