BOJ’s Morimoto: Expansion of asset buying one strong option if economy worsens – Kyodo

Always on guard against rapid forex moves Japan long-term yields rising somewhat, want to watch closely FOMC's QE aimed at supporting US economy Won't comment on other central bank's monetary policies BOJ's assrt buying is different from Fed as it includes risky assets May take one year or more for asset purchases to have impact

RBA: Deputy-Governor Battelino with another bullish outlook

Recent modest tightening made to guard against inflation risks Chinese and Indian demand for resources could stay strong for 20 years; iron ore and coal prices have been rising again recently Excessive slowdown in China unlikely Business investment is high and unemployment should stay low Inflation could become a significant policy issue in Asia if growth