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Richard Banh
MFP Year
2018-2019
MFP Class
23
Home State
CA
Home Agency
U.S. General Services Administration
Host Agencies
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Objective
Develop a comprehensive insight on Japan’s long-term budget formulation process, especially how various institutions and practices shape the overall budget process. Gain an in-depth understanding of how Japan uses data to formulate, implement and coordinate its economic and financial policies. Examine Japan’s role as an economic leader in Asia and how the Japanese government engages with its neighbors and participates in regional economic forums.