SEC and Japan’s FSA Hold Autumn Financial Regulatory Dialogue in Tokyo

Purpose of the Dialogue

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and Japan’s Financial Services Agency convened an Autumn Financial Regulatory Dialogue in Tokyo. The meeting builds on a long‑standing effort between the two authorities to increase cooperation and strengthen collaboration on key cross‑border issues and developments.

Leaders and Statements

SEC Commissioner Mark T. Uyeda led the dialogue for the SEC, while Mr. MIYOSHI Toshiyuki, Vice Minister for International Affairs at the FSA, led the discussion for the Japanese regulator. Commissioner Uyeda said the relationship between the agencies is among the SEC’s most successful and longstanding, and that the dialogue helps advance coordination and cooperation on shared financial sector priorities to protect investors. Mr. MIYOSHI added that the dialogue offered a valuable opportunity to deepen mutual understanding at a time when the environment surrounding capital markets is undergoing significant change, and affirmed the FSA’s commitment to close cooperation with the SEC toward sound and trusted capital markets and investor protection.

Topics Covered

Participants discussed recent market developments and the strategic priorities of both authorities. They exchanged views on a range of regulatory and supervisory matters, including developments in private and public markets, asset management, and innovation priorities.

Looking Ahead

The next SEC‑FSA Dialogue is slated to take place in Washington, D.C., in the spring of the following year, continuing the series of engagements aimed at aligning regulatory approaches and safeguarding investors across borders.