Japan bets big on AI revival, but rural gains stay uneven
Japan has unveiled a ¥102tr ($640bn) investment plan aimed at establishing itself as a leader in artificial intelligence and semiconductors, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi seeking to extend economic growth beyond Tokyo and Osaka into the country'
September 02, 2026 (MLN): Japan has unveiled a ¥102tr ($640bn) investment plan aimed at establishing itself as a leader in artificial intelligence and semiconductors, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi seeking to extend economic growth beyond Tokyo and Osaka into the country's regional economies, a goal that has proven elusive under previous administrations. The plan builds on years of state-backed chip inves...