Japan's Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki stated that the government's recent intervention in the currency market, conducted in late April and early May, was aimed at countering speculative moves and was effective to some extent. Suzuki emphasized that the intervention was a response to speculation and that the government will continue to monitor forex movements closely and respond appropriately. He also mentioned that there is no fund limit for future interventions and that the effectiveness of such measures will be considered. Additionally, Suzuki highlighted the importance of addressing excessive currency volatility when necessary and stated that market fundamentals determine forex rates.