Japan government agencies submit record 2027 fiscal year budget requests

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Japanese government agencies have submitted significant budget requests for the 2027 fiscal year, focusing on infrastructure, security, and social stability.

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has requested 8.7694 trillion yen for its general account, including 7.6761 trillion yen for public works. This request aims to move away from reliance on supplementary budgets by incorporating rising labor and material costs. Key priorities include decarbonization in housing and digital transformation in infrastructure.

The National Police Agency has requested a record 445.1 billion yen, with a massive increase in AI-related funding to combat cybercrime and organized crime. The agency also plans to establish a Foreign Affairs Information Bureau to strengthen its intelligence capabilities.

The Japan Coast Guard has requested 344.8 billion yen to enhance maritime security, particularly in response to increased activity near the Senkaku Islands. This includes funding for new patrol vessels and unmanned technology.

Other notable developments include the Digital Agency seeking to double its budget to over 1 trillion yen to address cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and the Tourism Agency launching the 'Kyushu Fukkou Ouen Wari' discount program to support the region following the Kumamoto earthquake.

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Digital Agency · Japan · Japan Coast Guard · Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare · Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism · National Police Agency

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[● 2 SOURCES] The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requested a record 36.58 trillion yen for the 2027 fiscal year budget.
[● 2 SOURCES] The Ministry allocated 1.0337 trillion yen to the new 'Strong and Prosperous Japan' investment framework.
[● 2 SOURCES] The requested budget is 36.58 trillion yen, which is 1.537 trillion yen more than the initial 2026 budget.
[● 2 SOURCES] About 185.9 billion yen is requested for reskilling support.
[○ 1 SOURCE] About 210 billion yen is allocated to secure infectious disease medicines like vaccines.
[● 2 SOURCES] Social security costs for aging populations increased by 339.7 billion yen.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Ministry allocated 481.5 billion yen for labor market reforms.
[● 2 SOURCES] About 200 billion yen is allocated for drug discovery, advanced medicine, startup support, and AI utilization.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The ministry requested 303 billion yen for decarbonization measures in housing and buildings. www.nikoukei.co.jp
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Japan Coast Guard requested 344.8 billion yen for its 2027 fiscal year budget. sputniknews.cn
[○ 1 SOURCE] The agency plans to establish a Foreign Affairs Information Bureau. www.nishinippon.co.jp
[○ 1 SOURCE] The ministry requested 43.8 billion yen for 'i-Construction 2.0' and infrastructure DX action plans. www.nikoukei.co.jp