Abe: Japan's economy has been a priority for the government

Prime Minister Abe made a number of statements, the most prominent of which are as follows:
•    The recovery of the positive economic cycle is clear.
•    Economy has been our priority for the last five years.
•    Economic conditions are good for small businesses also.
•    Companies should rise wages by 3% or more during negotiations next year.
•    The companies intend to take all that is necessary to eliminate the risks of deflation altogether.