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After Trump threatened to "criminally prosecute" Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, central bank governors around the world voiced their support. But interestingly, the Bank of Japan chose to remain silent. This is no coincidence.

According to informed sources, the Bank of Japan had considered issuing a joint statement with the government, but was politely declined by officials. The reason is simple — they are afraid. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces an early election in February, and to demonstrate good relations with the US, there’s no room for dissent now.

On the surface, the Bank of Japan claims independence, but former board member Masahiro Kawai has exposed the truth: "The safest approach is to keep quiet about US policies." That’s a real punch.

More importantly, legal independence does not equal political immunity. Sanae Takaichi has already made tough statements, claiming to have "control over monetary policy," and even showing disdain for high interest rates. If she wins the election, personnel appointments and policy directions at the Bank of Japan will all have to follow the government’s rhythm. The Federal Reserve is already on this path; will the Bank of Japan be next? Political pressure has never stopped, only some choose to ignore it.