Japan Aso: Discussed FX with U.S. Mnuchin as part of talks on economy

Japanese Finance Minister Taro Aso said on Friday he discussed currencies with U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, but only as part of broader discussions on their economies.

In a news conference after the Group of 20 finance leaders meeting, Aso also said he conveyed Japan`s concern over protectionism in the bilateral meeting with Mnuchin.

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