TOKYO -- Plans to boost Tokyo's status as an international financial center moved forward Friday with a draft proposal from the ruling party, but attracting Hong Kong talent looking to leave the territory may prove to be a challenge.
But to be international business center, Tokyo needs access to China market

Can Tokyo replace Hong Kong and Singapore as Asia's financial hub? Analysts list the many reforms the city must undertake to be able to compete. © Kyodo
TOKYO -- Plans to boost Tokyo's status as an international financial center moved forward Friday with a draft proposal from the ruling party, but attracting Hong Kong talent looking to leave the territory may prove to be a challenge.