TOKYO, Aug. 8 -- Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan issued the following news release:

I. Opinions on Economic and Financial Developments Economic Developments

Japan's economy has recovered moderately, although some weakness has been seen in part. Japan's economic growth is likely to moderate due to the effects of trade and other policies in each jurisdiction. Thereafter, however, Japan's economic growth rate is likely to rise, with overseas economies returning to a moderate growth path.

Agreement in tariff negotiations between Japan and the United States represents great progress and will lead to reduced uncertainty regarding Japan's economy. These developments do not require the Bank to change the baseline scenario from t...