WORLD TRADE
ORGANIZATIONG/SCM/N/48/JPN
7 September 1999
(99-3721)
Committee on Subsidies
and Countervailing MeasuresOriginal:  English
SUBSIDIES
Updating Notification Pursuant to Article XVI:1 of the GATT 1994 and
Article 25 of the Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures
JAPAN
The following communication, dated 20 August 1999, has been received from the Permanent
Mission of Japan.
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Japan herewith submits the following notifica tion with regard to the "Updating Notifications
Pursuant to Article XVI:1 of the GATT 1994 and Article 25 of the Agreement on Subsidies and
Countervailing Measures.
Please note that there are several items which ar e in the process of notification and which are
not indicated in the attached list.  An additional list of such items will be submitted shortly.
Japan submits these updating notification in comp liance with its obligation under Article  XVI:1
of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) 1994 and Article 25 of the Agreement on
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures ("the Agreement" hereinafter).
In this notification, Japan has included certain measures which may not constitute "subsidies"
under Article 1 of the Agreement and certain subsidie s which may not be "specific" under Article  2 of
the Agreement in order to achieve the maximum tran sparency with regard to the relevant programmes
and measures effective within its territory.
It should be recognized that, in accordance with  Article 25.7 of the Agreement, the notification
of the programmes and measures does not prejudge its legal status effects or nature under GATT 1994
and the Agreement.
Furthermore, the notification does not prej udge the non-actionable nature of certain
programmes or measures under footnote 35 to Article 10 of the Agreement, or the non-actionable status
that a programme or a measure would have under Artic le 8 of the Agreement, had it been notified under
the provisions of Article 8.3.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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I. INDUSTRY
1. TEXTILES ............................................................................................................................5
1. Subsidy for Measures to Pr omote the Textile  Industry.........................................................5
2. Loan Guarantee for Promotion of Textile & A pparel I ndustry.............................................6
3. Equity Capital Scheme for the Advanced Promotion Facility of the Textile Industry.........7
2. TRADITIONAL CRAFTS AND OTHERS ......................................................................8
1. Equity Capital Scheme for the Prom otion of Traditiona l Craft Pr oducts.............................8
2. Subsidy for Promoting the Manufactur e of Traditional Craft Products .............................10
3. Subsidy for the Bekko and Ivory I ndustries ........................................................................11
3. LEATHER .........................................................................................................................12
1. Subsidy for the Leather and Leather Goods Industries .......................................................12
4. ENERGY .........................................................................................................................13
1. Research for the Promotion of Natural Gas in Regional Areas ..........................................13
2. Subsidy for the Unused Energy Us e District Heatin g and Cooling....................................14
3. Subsidy for Measures taken for Promoting the Conversion to Natural Gas
  Consumption by Local  City-Gas Suppliers.......................................................................15
4. Subsidies for Interest Required for Local City Gas Suppliers to  Provide Specific
  Facilities for Converting to  Natural Gas C onsumption.....................................................16
5. Subsidy for Technology Developmen t of Oil-Altern ative Energy.....................................17
6. Contract for Technology and System Develo pment for Rationalization of Energy Use ...18
7. Subsidy for Promotion of Facilities fo r the Rationalization of Energy Use.......................19
8. Subsidy for Technology Development of  Rationalization of Energy Use .........................21
9. Subsidy for Facilities of Oil-Alternativ e Energy.................................................................22
5. TECHNOLOGY .................................................................................................................23
1. Development Expenditure for the Commercia lization of Energy-Related Technology ....23
2. The Industrial Science and Technol ogy Frontier Programme (ISTF) ................................24
3. The New Sunshine Programme ...........................................................................................25
4. Capital Investment and Loan for R&D Projects concerning Key Technology ..................26
5. Programme to Promote and Deve lopment Regional Technology ......................................27
6. Subsidies for International Resear ch and Development Cooperation ................................28
7. Ultra Super-Advanced Electronics Technology Development Programme.......................29
8. Subsidy for Research and Development of AVLIS Technology........................................30
9. The Real World Compu ting (RWC) Programme................................................................31
6. RESOURCES ......................................................................................................................32
1. Subsidy for Research on Technologies for Exploring Deep Seafloor Mineral
  Resources .................................................................................................................... .....32
2. Subsidy for Basic Research on Technologie s for Offshore Oil Field Development..........33
3. Contract for Technology Development of Mineral Resour ce Exploration ........................34
4. System Development of Energy Saving in Mines...............................................................355. Subsidy for Exploration of Underg round Non-ferrous Metal Resources...........................36
6. Subsidy for Promotion and Guidance to Small and Medium-sized Mine
  Enterp rises .................................................................................................................. .......38
7. Support for Structural Adjustment of the Coal Mining Industry ........................................39G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy for Overseas Coal De velopment Feasib ility Su rvey .............................................41
9. Contract for Research and Study to Pr omote Coal Supply from Foreign Countries..........42
10. Subsidy for Promotion of Coal Pr oduction and Utiliza tion Technology............................43
11. Subsidy for Explorati on of Natural Gas ..............................................................................44
7. POWER GENERATION ..................................................................................................45
1. Subsidy for the Cost Developmen t of Waste Power Generation........................................45
2. Subsidies for Small- and Medium -scale Hydropower Development .................................46
3. Interest Subsidies for Small-  and Medium-scale Hydropower ...........................................47
4. Committee Verification Tests for th e Coal Fired Power Generation .................................48
5. Geothermal Ener gy Programme ..........................................................................................49
6. Subsidies for the Technology Develo pment of the Coal Fired Power ...............................51
7. Subsidy for Power Application Tec hnology Development of Superconducting
  Magnetic Technology etc./Development on Interconnection Reinforcement of
  Remote Located and Varied Generations..........................................................................52
8. Subsidy for Technology Development of High Efficiency Gas Turbine etc./
  Development of Power Generation Technology Using New RDF (Refuse
  Derived Fuel)................................................................................................................ ......53
9. Subsidy for Technology Development of Hi gh Efficiency Gas Turbine etc./Research
  on Technology to Introduce Was te-Fired Power Generation ...........................................54
10. Subsidy for Technology Development of High Efficiency Gas Turbine etc./
  Development of High-Efficiency Waste Power Generation Technology ........................55
11. Contract for Investigation of Prom oting the Development and Introduction of
  Hydro Power.................................................................................................................. .....56
12. Contract for Verification Test  for Establ ishing a Centralized Load Control System/
  Verification Test for Establishing a Centralized Load Control System............................58
13. Subsidy for the Technology Developmen t of Integrated Coal Gasification
  Combined Cycle Powe r Generation Plant.........................................................................59
14. Subsidy for Technology Development of High Efficiency Gas Turbine etc./Budget
  for the Control of the Generation of the Higher Ha rmonic Currents................................60
15. Subsidy for Development of Load Levelling Technology etc./Verification
  Tests for Establishment of Photovolatic Generation Load Levelling  Technologies fo r Residences .............................................................................................61
16. Contract for Demonstration Test for New-Type Power Generation Reactor
  Technologies................................................................................................................. ......62
17. Contract for New Power Reactor Research and In vestiga tion............................................63
18. Contract for Verification Tests on Decommissioning Technology for
  Commercial Nuclear  Power Faci lities ...............................................................................64
19. Contract for the Advancement of the Light Water Reactor Technology
  Confirmation Te st and Others............................................................................................65
20. Grant for the Technical Development of a Full MOAX-ABWR Plant System.................66
21. Contract for Improvement of Safe ty Analysis Code s Technologies ..................................67
22. Subsidy for Technology Development of Solar Power Generation etc..............................68
23. International Demonstration Resear ch on Photovoltaic Power Generation
  Systems ...................................................................................................................... ...69
24. Subsidy for the Development of Suppor t System for Nuclear Electric Power
  Generation ................................................................................................................... ......70
8. PETROLEUM ....................................................................................................................72
1. Subsidy for the Rationalizati on of Petroleu m Refinery ......................................................72
2. Subsidy for the Promotion of  Gas Oil Desulf urizatio n .......................................................73G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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3. Subsidy for the Promotion of Petroleu m Industrial Point of  Sales System........................74
4. Interest Rate Subsidy for the Promoti on of Petroleum Indus trial Fac ilities .......................75
5. Subsidy for Restructuring the Reta iling Business of Pe troleum Products..........................76
6. Subsidy for Ensuring Pe troleum Products  Quality..............................................................77
7. Subsidy for Promoting Introduction of Drastic High-Efficiency Energy Use
  Equipment fo r Civil Use ....................................................................................................78
8. Subsidy for Loans to Construc t Petroleum Stor age Fac ilities ............................................79
9. Subsidy for Loans to Purchase Pe troleum and LPG to be Stored.......................................80
10. Subsidy to the Cost of Projects for Improving Refining Technology of Oil
  Producing Countries and for Related Purposes.................................................................82
11. Subsidy for Major Oil Sp ill Response Programme .............................................................83
12. Commission Fees Concerning  R&D for New Fuel Oil ......................................................84
9. HOUSING .........................................................................................................................85
1. Project for High -Quality Li ving...........................................................................................85
2. Subsidy for the Popularization, Enlightenm ent, and Promotion of Solar System..............86
3. Subsidy for the Promotion of Utilization of So lar System..................................................87
10. AEROPLANES AND SATELLITES ..............................................................................88
1. Subsidy of Expenses to Investigate the De velopment of Next Generation Aeroplanes ....88
2. Assistance for Promoting International C ooperative Development of Civil Aircraft........89
3. The Commission on the Research a nd Development of Next Generation
  Aeroplanes ................................................................................................................... ......90
4. The Commission on the Research and Development of Remote Sensing
  Technology to be Applied to Exploration for Oil Resources............................................91
11. SHIPBUILDING ................................................................................................................92
1. Grant for Promotion Research and Development of Future Ships .....................................92
12. OTHERS .........................................................................................................................94
1. Subsidy to Promote and Foster Ne w Enterprises of the Research and
  Development Type or K nowledge-Intensive Type ...........................................................94
2. Support for Busine ss Innovation..........................................................................................95
3. Subsidy for Loans to the Pollution Prevention Fund ..........................................................96
4. Consignment Experimental and Resear ch Expenses of Survey on Criteria of
  Radioactive Was te Disposal...............................................................................................97G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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I. INDUSTRY
1. TEXTILES1. Subsidy for Measures to Promote the Textile Industry
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Measures to Promote the Textile Industry.
It is notified as a single programme which includes the programme "Subsidy for the projects to
develop new silk products", "Subsidy for the techni cal assistance to small-sized enterprises" and
"Subsidy for Promotion of textile and apparel industry" in the 1998 notification.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote structural improv ement of the textile industry.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
The Law on Extraordinary Measures for the Stru ctural Improvement of the Textile Industry
(Several sub-projects are assistance by budget).
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Textile Industry Restructuring Agency (TIRA).
Several sub-programmes are provided following organizations through TIRA:
• Groups of enterprises approved under the Law on Extraordinary Measures for the
Structural Improvement of the Textile Industry;
• Small enterprises (employees:  not more than 20) in the textile industry;
• Associations which conduct the projects to develop new silk products such as fabrics
and/or clothing of Western-style clot hes in the districts to produce silk;
• Organizations which provide educational training on the textile industry.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (budget) ¥402 million
Fiscal year 1997 (budget) ¥396 millionFiscal year 1998 (budget) ¥357 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1998-1999
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
Production Import Export Domestic
Consumption
1996 1,323,311 t 1,457,214 t 398,132 t 2,419471 t
1997 1,315,018 t 1,428,137 t 405,281 t 2,326,714 t
2. Loan Guarantee for Promotion of Textile and Apparel Industry
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Loan Guarantee for Promotion of Textile and Apparel Industry.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote structural improv ement of the textile industry.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
The Law on Extraordinary Measures for the Stru ctural Improvement of the Textile Industry.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Loan Guarantee.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Groups of enterprises approved under the Law on Extraordinary Measures for the Structural
Improvement of the Textile Industry.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
¥191 million (Total new guarantees extended during 1996 FY budget)
  ¥80 million (Total new guarantees extended during 1997 FY budget)
  ¥45 million (Total new guarantees  extended during 1998 FY budget).
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
FY1967-FY1999
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
Statistics on the yarn used for textile products.
Production Import Export Domestic
consumption
1996 1,323,311 t 1,457,214 t 398,132 t 2,419,471 t
1997 1,315,018 t 1,428,137 t 405,281 t 2,326,714 t
3. Equity Capital Scheme for the Advanced Promotion Facility of the Textile Industry
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Equity Capital Scheme for the Advance Promotion Facility of the Textile Industry.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To provide the facilities to advance the textile  industry, in order to promote the structural
improvement of the textile industry effectively.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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5. Legislation under which it is granted
The Law on the Extraordinary Measures for the Structural Improvement of the Textile Industry.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Equity Capital Infusion
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The equity capital is provided to stock companies which are established by local government
and/or textile companies and manage the facilities to  advance the textile industry, through the Industrial
Structural Improvement Fund.  The stock companies conduct projects such as gathering and providing
various information on the textile products, and prov iding educational training on the textile industry.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1990 (settlement of accounts) ¥ 1,750 million
Fiscal year 1991 (settlement of accounts)    ¥650  million
FY1992-FY1998 (settlement of accounts)        ¥0
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
FY1989-FY1999.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
Statistics on the yarn used for textile products
Production Import Export Domestic
consumption
1996 1,323,311 t 1,457,214 t 398,132 t 2,419,471 t
1997 1,315,018 t 1,428,137 t 405,281 t 2,326,714 t
2. TRADITIONAL CRAFTS AND OTHERS
1. Equity Capital Scheme for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Products
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Equity Capital Scheme for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Products.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-October 1999.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote Japanese traditional craft products made by traditional skills or ways.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
The Law on the Promotion for Traditional Craft Products.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Equity Capital Infusion.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The equity capital is provided to joint investment companies which are established by
manufacturers that approved under the Law on the Prom otion for Traditional Craft Products, through the
Industrial Structure Improvement Fund.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
FY 1996 FY 1997 FY 1998      0       0       0
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy was started in April 1992, and there is not time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
     (¥ million)
1995 1996 1997
Production ¥395,549 ¥369,212 328,833
Import 0 0 0
Export N.A. N.A. N.A.
(These goods are produced only in Japan.  There is a small amount of export because these
are used in the Japanese lifestyle).
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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2. Subsidy for Promoting the Manufacture of Traditional Craft Products
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Promoting the Manufacture of Traditional Craft Products
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote Japanese traditional craft products made by traditional skills or ways.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
The Law on Promotion of Traditional Craft Products.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
44 local governments (except Hokkaido, Chiba and Kumamoto).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (budget) ¥201 million
Fiscal year 1997 (budget) ¥161 millionFiscal year 1998 (budget) ¥111 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy was started in April 1974, and there is no time-limit attached to it.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
     (¥ million)
1995 1996 1997
Production ¥395,549 ¥369,212 328,833
Import 0 0 0
Export N.A. N.A. N.A.
(These goods are produced only in Japan.  There is a small amount of export because these
are used in the Japanese lifestyle).
3. Subsidy for the Bekko and Ivory Industries
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Bekko and Ivory Industries.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To provide relief to the bekko and ivory industries injured due to the prohibition of trade by the
Convention on International Trade in Endangered  Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to local governments or non-profit associations which conduct
consulting services or maintaining of processing skills on bekko and ivory, etc. for the bekko and ivory
industries.  In addition, the association consists of SMEs in this sector.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (budget) ¥337 million
Fiscal year 1997 (budget) ¥340 millionFiscal year 1998 (budget) ¥312 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy was started in April 1991, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.  (Trade of these goods is prohibited by CITES).
3. LEATHER
1. Subsidy for the Leather and Leather Goods Industries
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Leather and Leather Goods Industries.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To contribute to the sound development of SMEs  in the leather and leather goods industries.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to local governments or non-profit associations which conduct
consulting services or personnel training etc. for the leather and leather goods industries.  In addition, the
associations consist mainly of SMEs in this sector.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (budget) ¥312 million
Fiscal year 1997 (budget) ¥322 million
Fiscal year 1998 (budget) ¥327 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy was started in April 1971, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
1995 1996 1997
Production 9,900 9,160 N.A.
Import 3,527 3,192 2,600
Export 251 244 216
Statistics on leather and leather goods.
4. ENERGY
1. Research for the Promotion of Natural Gas in Regional Areas
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Research for the Promotion of Natural Gas in Regional Areas.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To examine, develop technology and give inform ation for the equipment of infrastructure and
for the promotion of natural gas.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The Japan Gas Association, The Centre for Prom otion of Natural Gas, Japan Gas Appliances
Inspection Association.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥878 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥952 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts ) ¥814 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
FY 1985-FY2010.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
2. Subsidy for the Unused Energy Use District Heating and Cooling
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Unused Energy Us e District Heating and Cooling.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To achieve diffusion and promotion of subsid y of working-expenses of unused energy use
district heating and cooling system.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Meat supply undertakers etc., who have rationalized their business.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,123 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥934 millionFiscal year 1999 (budget) ¥235 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
FY1991-FY2002.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
3. Subsidies for Measures Taken for Promoting the Conversion to Natural Gas
Consumption by Local City-Gas Suppliers
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidies for Measures Taken for Promoting the Conversion to Natural Gas Consumption by
Local City Gas Suppliers.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the introduction of natural gas which is an alternative source of energy replacing oil
for local city-gas suppliers.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.  Interest rate subsidy.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Local city-gas suppliers.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,810 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,920 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,854 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy was started in April 1985, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
4. Subsidies for Interest Required for Local City Gas Suppliers to Provide Specific Facilities
for Converting to Natural Gas Consumption
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidies for Interest Required for Local City Gas Suppliers to Provide Specific Facilities for
Converting to Natural Gas Consumption.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the introduction of natural gas which is an alternative source of energy replacing oil
for local city-gas suppliers.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Interest rate subsidy.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Local city - gas suppliers.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥28 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥35 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥40 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy was started in April 1985, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
5. Subsidy for Technology Development of Oil-Alternative Energy
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Technology Developmen t of Oil-Alternative Energy.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the development of technol ogy concerning oil-alternative energy.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
New Energy and Industrial Technology Develo pment Organization (N EDO) and Petroleum
Energy Centre (PEC) etc.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 ¥29,320 million
Fiscal year 1997 ¥27,288 million
Fiscal year 1998 ¥25,620 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
It depends on each sub-programme.  (The programme itself started in April 1980, and no
specific time-limit exists at the moment).
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
6. Contract for Technology a nd System Development for Rationalization of Energy Use
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Contract for Technology and System Deve lopment for Rationalization of Energy Use.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
Pushing the technology and system development for the rationalization of energy use.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Enterprises and/or non-profit organizations whic h have the ability to carry out R&D projects.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 ¥4,473 million
Fiscal year 1997 ¥5,692 million
Fiscal year 1998 ¥7,533 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
It depends on each sub-programme.  (The programme itself started in April 1989, and no
specific time-limit exists at the moment).
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
7. Subsidy for Promotion of Facilities for the Rationalization of Energy Use
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Promotion of Facilities for the Rationalization of Energy Use.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1998
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To assist the expenditure of facilities introduction for the rationalization of energy use (such as
subsidy for unused energy use district heating and cooling etc.).
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
New Energy and Industrial Technology Deve lopment Organization (NEDO) and Private
Company, etc.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 ¥13,245 million
Fiscal year 1997 ¥12,103 million
Fiscal year 1998 ¥27,178 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
It depends on each sub-programme.  (The programme itself started in April 1989, and no
specific time-limit exists at the moment).
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy for Technology Development of Rationalization of Energy Use
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Technology Development of Rationalization of Energy Use
2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To assist the technology development for the rationalization of energy use (such as Synergy
Ceramics).
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
New Energy and Industrial Technolo gy Development Organization (NEDO)
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 ¥35,330 million
Fiscal year 1997 ¥45,668 million
Fiscal year 1998 ¥51,542 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
It depends on each sub-programme.  (The programme itself started in April 1986, and no
specific time-limit exists at the moment.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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9. Subsidy for Facilities of Oil-Alternative Energy
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Facilities of Oil-Alternative Energy.
2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the introduction of the facilities for oil-alternative energy.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Interest rate subsidy.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to owners who insta ll the facilities through the Japan Development
Bank, etc.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 ¥875 million
Fiscal year 1997 ¥808 million
Fiscal year 1998 ¥682 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
It depends on each sub-programme.  (The programme itself started in April 1980, and no
specific time-limit exists at the moment).
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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5. TECHNOLOGY
1. Development Expenditure Subsidies for th e Commercialization of Energy-Related
Technology
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Development Expenditure Subsidies for the Comm ercialization of Energy-Related Technology.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To contribute to the establishment of the stable and rational structure in supply and demand of
energy, the reduction of the oil-dependent propor tion and the stable supply of electric power.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
The subsidies are provided in the form of reimbursable grants.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Enterprises which have the ability to carry out the R&D projects of en ergy-related technology.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,899 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,616 million
Fiscal year 1999 (budget)    ¥741 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
April 1980-March 2000.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
2. The Industrial Science and Technology Frontier Programme (ISTF)
1. Title of the subsidy programme
The Industrial Science and Technology Frontier Programme (ISTF)
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To contribute to sustainable economic development and the improvement of public welfare
through fundamental and creative R&D.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Research organizations such as companies, research associations, public corporations or
universities which are entrusted by NEDO;  a public body.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥29,570 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥27,085 million
Fiscal year 1999 (budget) ¥32,922 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The programme was started in April 1993, and no time-limit is attached to it.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
3. The New Sunshine Programme
This programme includes "Subsidy for Modernizing Chemical Processes" which has already
been notified in the 1998 notification.
1. Title of the subsidy programme
The New Sunshine Programme.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the innovative technology deve lopment which supports sustainable economic
growth, and solves energy and environmental issues.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Research organizations such as companies, research associations, public corporations or
universities which are entrusted by NEDO;  a public body.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
FY 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥44,782 million
FY 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥46,680 millionFY 1999 (budget) ¥52,661 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The programme started in April 1993, and no time-limit is attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
4. Capital Investment and Loan for R&D Projects concerning Key Technology
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Capital Investment and Loan for R&D Projects concerning Key Technology.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To facilitate R&D projects concerning key technologies in the private sector.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Japan Key Technology Centre.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Law for the Facilitation of Research in Key Technologies.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Capital Investment Loan.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Enterprises and/or non-profit organizations whic h have the ability to carry out R&D projects
concerning key technology.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
                                                                                                                 (Unit:  ¥ mill ion)
Capital investment Loan
FY 1997 (settlement of accounts) 18,696 2,400
FY 1998 (settlement of accounts) 17,500 1,663
FY 1999 (budget) 15,800 8,100
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme started in October 1985, and no time-limit is attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
5. Programme to Promote Research and Development of Regional Technology
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Programme to Promote Research and Development of Regional Technology.
2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To contribute economic development through f undamental and creative R&D by utilization of
the regional resources.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Research organizations such as companies, research associations, public corporations or
universities which are entrusted by NEDO;  a public body.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,674 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,707 million
Fiscal year 1999 (budget) ¥1,878 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The programme started in April 1991, and no time-limit is attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
6. Subsidies for International Research and Development Cooperation
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidies for International Research and Development Cooperation.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
Support for development of technology for facilita ting energy utilization effectively through the
collaboration between Japanese enterprises or national laboratory and foreign countries.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Research organizations such as companies, research associations, public corporations or
universities which are entrusted by NEDO;  a public body.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,849 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,931 million
Fiscal year 1999 (budget) ¥1,780 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The programme was started in April 1989, and no time-limit is attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
7. Ultra Super-Advanced Electronic s Technology Development Programme
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Ultra-Super-Advanced Electronics Technology Development Programme.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1996-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To conduct research and development on ultra-fi ne processing technolog y and technologies for
hyper-precision measurement, analys is, control, etc. as well as new functional electronic materials,
thereby establishing super-advanced technology of the "next-after-the-next" generation level.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Association of Super-Advanced Electronics Tec hnologies (ASET).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,000  million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,700 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥7,279 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1996- Fiscal year 2000.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
8. Subsidy for Research and Development of AVLIS Technology
(AVLIS:  Atomic Vapour  Laser Isotopic Separation)
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Research and Development of AVLIS Technology.
2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
Research and developmen t of AVLIS technology.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
LASER-J:  Laser Atomic Separation Engi neering Research Association of Japan.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1995 (settlement of account) ¥2,990 million
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of account) ¥2,856 millionFiscal year 1997 (settlement of account) ¥2,905 million
Fiscal year 1998 (budget) ¥2,836 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1987-1998.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
9. The Real World Computing (RWC) Programme
1. Title of the subsidy programme
The Real World Computing (RWC) Programme.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To establish fundamental technologies for Next-Generation Information Processing.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The Real World Computing Partnership (RWCP).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥6,735 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥5,439 millionFiscal year 1999 (budget) ¥5,777 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
FY1992-FY2001
.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
6. RESOURCES
1. Subsidy for Research on Technologies for Exploring Deep Seafloor Mineral Resources
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Research on Technologies for Exploring Deep Seafloor Mineral Resources.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To contribute to a stable self-supply of rare metals by development of technologies for
exploring deep seafloor mineral resources.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The Metal Mining Agency of Japan (MMAJ).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
1996 FY (settlement of accounts) ¥46 million
1997 FY (settlement of accounts) ¥31 million
1998 FY (settlement of account) ¥25 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
1996FY-2000FY
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
2. Subsidy for Basic Research on Technologies for Offshore Oil Field Development
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Basic Research on Technologies for Offshore Oil Field Development.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote development of offshore structures which are built in a severe climate for offshore
oil field development by basic research on building materials.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Japan Ocean Industries Association (JOIA).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥583 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥639 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥571 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
1993FY-2000 FY
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
3. Contract for Technology Development of Mineral Resource Exploration
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Contract for Technology Development of Mineral Resource Exploration.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To develop more efficient technology fo r the exploration of mineral resources.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The Metal Mining Agency of Japan (MMAJ).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥182 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥165 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥131 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The programme started in April 1983, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
4. System Development of Energy Saving in Mines
1. Title of the subsidy programme
System Development of Energy Saving in Mines.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To save energy on mine development.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Metal Mining Agency of Japan (MMAJ).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥210 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥267 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
1997 FY-2001 FY.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
5. Subsidy for Exploration of Underground Non-Ferrous Metal Resources
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Exploration of Underground Non-Ferrous Metal Resources
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To contribute to stable supply of underground non-ferrous metal resources in Japan by
exploring these resources in Japan and foreign countries.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to the Metal Mining Agency of Japan (MMAJ).  The activity results
are made use of by the owners who have mining rights in the studied areas.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal Year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥667 million
Fiscal Year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥582 millionFiscal Year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥694 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy started in April 1968, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
(Unit:  thousand tonnes)
Year
Copper ore 1995 1996 1997
Production 2 1 1
Import 1,093 1,154 1,163
Consumption 1,521 1,521 1,508
Export 0 0 0
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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Year
Lead ore 1995 1996 1997
Production 10 8 5
Import 130 123 1207
Consumption 274 271 272
Export 0 0 0
Year
Zinc ore 1995 1996 1997
Production 95 80 72
Import 545 463 512
Consumption 639 617 635
Export 0 0 0
6. Subsidy for Promotion and Guidance to Small- and Medium-Sized Mine Enterprises
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Promotion and Guidance to Small- and Medium-Sized Mine Enterprises.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To contribute the stable supply of underground mineral resources in Japan through promoting
the exploration of these resources and improving mining technologies by small- and medium-sized
mine enterprises.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to the small- and medium-sized mine enterprises whose capitals are
¥100 million or less, or whose employees at work are 1,000 or less.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal Year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥953 million
Fiscal Year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥880 millionFiscal Year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥796 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy was started in April 1983, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
      (Unit:  thousand tonnes)
Year
Copper ore 1995 1996 1997
Production 2 1 1
Import 1,093 1,154 1,163
Consumption 1,521 1,521 1,508
Export 0 0 0
Year
Lead ore 1995 1996 1997
Production 10 8 5
Import 130 123 207
Consumption 274 271 272
Export 0 0 0
Year
Zinc ore 1995 1996 1997
Production 95 80 72
Import 545 463 512
Consumption 639 617 635
Export 0 0 0
7. Support  to Structural Adjustment of the Coal Mining Industry
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Support to Structural Adjustment of the Coal  Mining Industry.  (This programme includes
"Grants for Security of Mine", "Grants for Stabilizing Coal Indus try", "Grants for Modernizing Coal
Pits", "Subsidy for Promoting Coal Mine Restru cturing" and "Grants for Promoting Coal Mining
Company's Diversification of Management and Developing New Business Frontiers", which were
already notified in past notifications).
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the structural adjustment of the coal mining industry by means of assistance to
production, disaster prevention and diversification, etc.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Owners who have coal mining rights etc., in the coal mining industry.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal Year 1996 (settlement of accounts)   ¥7,453 million
Fiscal Year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥16,910 million
Fiscal Year 1998 (settlement of accounts)   ¥3,941 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This support will phase out by March 2002.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
(Unit:  thousand tonnes)
Year
Coal 1995 FY 1996 FY 1997 FY
Production 6,317 6,166 3,974
Import 124,170 125,389 132,473
Consumption 130,432 131,599 137,344
Export 0 0 0
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy for Overseas Coal Development Feasibility  Survey
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Overseas Coal Development Feasibility Survey
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
Support for exploration and development of overseas coal resources by Japanese private
companies through the New Energy and Industrial Technology  Development Organization (NEDO)
in order to help secure a stable supply of coal resources for Japan's future.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Law Concerning the Promotion of Development and Introduction of Alternative Energy
Sources Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grants.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The New Energy and Industrial Technolo gy Development Organization (NEDO).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal Year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥42.6 million
Fiscal Year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥22.0 million
Fiscal Year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥22.3 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy was started in April 1980, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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9. Contract for Research and Study to Promote Coal Supply from Foreign Countries
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Contract for Research and Study to Promote Coal Supply from Foreign Countries.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To contribute to a stable supply of coal, by application of the safety technologies accumulated
in Japan as well as development of necessary safety technologies matched for the actual condition of
each coal producing countries as preventive measures for serious accidents in coal mines.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Japan Coal Energy Centre.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal Year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥676 million
Fiscal Year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥738 million
Fiscal Year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥807 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
FY1996- FY2001
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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10. Subsidy for Promotion of Coal Production and Utilization Technology
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Promotion of Coal Production and Utilization Technology.
2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
Assistance of the development of technology for coal production and utilization to cope with
the environmental problem.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
New Energy and Industrial Technology Deve lopment Organization (NEDO), Japan Coal
Energy Centre, Centre for Coal Utilization, Japan, etc.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal Year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥7,277 million
Fiscal Year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥7,360 million
Fiscal Year 1998 (budget) ¥8,259 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme started from 1993 and no specific time-limit exists at the moment.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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11. Subsidy for Exploration of Natural Gas
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Exploration of National Gas.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote exploration a nd development of Japanese natural gas resources.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Petroleum and Combustible Natural Gas Resources Development Law.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to owners who have natural gas mining rights.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal Year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥3,048 million
Fiscal Year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥4,344 million
Fiscal Year 1998 (budget) ¥3,581 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy was started in April 1952, and there is no time-limit attached to it.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
              (Unit:  million m3)
1995FY 1996FY 1997FY
Production 2,237 2,209 2,209
Import 61,088 65,118 63,763
Consumption 63,325 67,327 66,064
Export 0 0 0
7. POWER GENERATION
1. Subsidy for the Cost of Development of Waste Power Generation
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Cost of Development of Waste Power Generation.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To assist the construction of waste power plan ts for the diffusion of waste energy utilization.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Waste power producers.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts)   ¥39 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥206 million
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥137 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme was started in April 1995, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
2. Subsidies for Small- and Medium-Scale Hydropower Development
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidies for Small and Medium-Scale Hydropower Development.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the development of small a nd medium-scale hydropower from the point of
effectively utilizing indigenous energy resources, redu ce initial generation cost by providing subsidies
for construction cost.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to wholesale suppliers and installers of in-house generators through
the New Energy and Industrial technolo gy Development Organization (NEDO).
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,066 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,199 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,585 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy started in April 1980, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
3. Interest Subsidies for Small- and Medium-Scale Hydropower
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Interest Subsidies for Small- and Medium-Scale Hydropower.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To subsidize interest for the construction of small- and medium-scale hydropower by the New
Energy Foundation (NEF) for a decided period after the power plant starts.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
New Energy Foundation (NEF).
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥993 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥135 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥134 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy started in April 1985 and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
4. Committee Verification Tests for the Coal Fired Power Generation
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Committee Verification Tests for the Coal Fired Power Generation
(i) Investigation of Highly Effici ent Flue Gas Treatment Technology
(ii) Development of Hot Gas Clean-up Technology for PFBC Plant
(iii) Development of Survey of Simp lified Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD)
System for High Sulfur Coal
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
Increasing the efficiency of environmental prot ection facilities of coal fired power generation
and effective use of energy sources.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
(i)   The Institute of Applied Energy
(ii) (iii)   EPDC (Electric Power Development Co. Ltd.)
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
(i) Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts)     ¥55 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts)   ¥144 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts)   ¥147 million
(ii) Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts)    ¥764 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,235 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,525 million
(iii) Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts)    ¥635 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts)    ¥753 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts)    ¥618 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
(i) Fiscal year 1993 – Fiscal year 1998
(ii) Fiscal year 1996 – Fiscal year 1999
(iii) Fiscal year 1996 – Fiscal year 2000
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
5. Geothermal Energy Programme
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Geothermal Energy Programme
(i) Subsidy for the Geothermal Development Promotion Survey
(ii) Subsidy for the Drilling Cost of an E xploratory Well for a Geothermal Power Plant
(iii) Subsidy for the Cost of Development of Geothermal Power Generation
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To assist the construction of geothermal power plants and the survey of geothermal
development, etc. for the diffusion of geothermal energy utilization.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The sub-programme (1) is provided to the New Energy and Industrial Technology
Development Organization (NEDO).
The sub-programmes (ii) and (iii) are provided to geothermal power producers.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
(i) FY 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥4,054 million
FY 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥3,585 million
FY 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥3,087 million
(ii) FY 1996 (settlement of accounts)        ¥0 million
FY 1997 (settlement of accounts)        ¥0 million
FY 1998 (settlement of accounts)        ¥0 million
(iii) FY 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,056 million
FY 1997 (settlement of accounts)    ¥963 million
FY 1998 (settlement of accounts)    ¥858 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
(i) and (ii) were started in April 1980, and there is no time-limit attached to them.
(iii) was started in April 1986, and there is no time-limit attached to it.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
6. Subsidy for the Technology Development of the Coal Fired Power Generation
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Technology Development of the Coal Fired Power Generation
(i) Assistance for the Technology Development of the Advanced Coal Fired Power
Generation
(ii) High Sulphur Te st Centre Project.
2. Period covered by the notification
March 1998-April 1999
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
(i) to develop the material for coal fired pow er generation with ultra super critical steam
condition;
(ii) to develop flue gas treatment technology for high sulphur coal.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
E.P.D.C. (Electric Power Development Co. Ltd.)
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
(i) Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥176 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥262 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥257 million
(ii) Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts)   ¥17 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts)   ¥17 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts)     ¥8 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
(i) Fiscal year 1982 – Fiscal year 2000
(ii) Fiscal year 1990 – Fiscal year 1998
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
7. Subsidy for Power Application Technol ogy Development of Superconducting Magnetic
Technology etc.
Development on Interconnection Reinforcement of Remote Located and Varied
Generations
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Power Application Technolo gy Development of Superconducting Magnetic
Technology etc.
Development on Interconnection Reinforcement of Remote Located and Varied Generations
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the development and introducti on technology of oil-alternative energy.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
E.P.D.C. (Electric Power Development Co. Ltd.), private companies and Central Research
Institute of Electric Power Industry.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥850 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥965 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥717 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1992 – Fiscal year 1999.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
8. Subsidy for Technology Development of High Efficiency Gas Turbine etc.
Development of Power Generation Technology using new RDF (Refuse Derived Fuel)
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Technology Development of High Effciency Gas Turbine, etc.
Development of Power Generation Technolo gy using new RDF (Refuse Derived Fuel)
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote RDF fired power generation system by utilizing waste as a non-utilized form of
energy.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
E.P.D.C. (Electric Power Development Co. Ltd.)
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts)    ¥634 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,416 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,237 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1995 – Fiscal year 2001.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
9. Subsidy for Technology Development of High Efficiency Gas Turbine, etc.
Research on Technology to Intro duce Waste-Fired Power Generation
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Technology Development of High Efficiency Gas Turbine, etc.
Research on Technology to Introdu ce Waste-Fired Power Generation.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To support the introduction of waste-fired power generation to autonomous bodies by preparing
manuals concerning power  generation with waste.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts)   ¥93 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥160 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥221 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1994 – Fiscal year 1998.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
10. Subsidy for Technology Development of High Efficiency Gas Turbine etc.
Development of High-Efficiency Waste Power Generation Technology
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Technology Development of High Efficiency Gas Turbine etc.
Development of High-Efficiency Waste Power Generation Technology.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To develop a new type of facility which can effi ciently utilize the potenti al energy in waste, this
project helps development of high-effici ency waste power generation technology.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,487 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,808 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,117 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1992 – Fiscal year 2002
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
11. Contract for Investigation of Promoting the Development and Introduction of Hydro
Power
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Contract for Investigation of Promoting th e Development and Introduction of Hydro Power
(i) Contract for Investigation of Design Sm all- and Medium Standardized Hydro Model
Plant
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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(ii) Contract for Fundamental Investigation of Guiding the Development and Introduction
of Small- and Medium Hydro Power
(iii) Contract for Verification Tests for Underground Hydro-electric Storage
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the development of hydro power which is oil-alternative energy.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
(i) New Energy Foundation(ii) New Energy Foundation, Japan Electric Power Civil engineering Association and
Japan Electric Power Information Centre
(iii) New Energy Foundation
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
(i) Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥308 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥283 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥219 million
(ii) Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥373 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥488 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥579 million
(iii) Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts)     ¥0 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts)   ¥74 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥382 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
(i) Fiscal year 1981 – Fiscal year 2001G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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(ii) This programme was started in April 1986, and there is no time-limit attached to it
(iii) Fiscal year 1997 – Fiscal year 2000
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
12. Contract for Verification Test for Esta blishing a Centralized Load Control System
Verification Test for Establishing a Centralized Load Control System
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Contract for Verification Test for Establ ishing a Centralized Load Control System
Verification Test for Establishing a Centralized Load Control System
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the development of load levelling technology.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥834 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥818 million
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥386 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1986 – Fiscal year 1999.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
13. Subsidy for the Technology Development of Inte grated Coal Gasification Combined Cycle
Power Generation Plant
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Technology Development of In tegrated Coal Gasification Combined Cycle
Power Generation Plant
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To develop the technology for Integrated Coal  Gasification Combined Cycle Power Generation.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to electric enterprises through the New Energy and Industrial
Technology Development Organization (NEDO).
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,240 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts)    ¥838 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts)    ¥802 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1986 – Fiscal year 1998.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
14. Subsidy for Technology Development of High Efficiency Gas Turbine etc.
Budget for the Control of the Genera tion of the Higher Harmonic Currents
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Technology Development of High Efficiency Gas Turbine etc.
Budget for the Control of the Genera tion of the Higher Harmonic Currents
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To establish the technology of higher harmonic currents, evaluate the current volume of
generation, develop the technology to control the genera tion, to evaluate the effect of the control and to
estimate the future trend.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Japan Electrical Safety and Environment Technology Laboratories.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥199 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥187 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥171 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1995 – Fiscal year 2000.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
15. Subsidy for Development of Load Levelling Technology etc.
Verification Tests for Establishment of Photovoltaic Generation Load Levelling
Technologies for Residences
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Development of Load Levelling Technology etc.
Verification Tests for Establishment of Photovoltaic Generation Load Levelling Technologies
for Residences
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the development and introduction of oil-alternative energy.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
New energy and industrial tech nology development organization.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥64 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥69 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts)   ¥0 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1993 – Fiscal year 1997.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
16. Contract for Demonstration Test for New-Type Power-Generation Reactor
Technologies
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Contract for Demonstration Test for New- Type Power-Generation Reactor Technologies.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To develop technologies for maintaining safety of  the practical fast breeder reactor in Japan.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥364 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥472 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥294 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1987 – Fiscal year 2000.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
17. Contract for New Power Reactor Research and Investigation
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Contract for New Power Research and Investigation
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
In introducing Fast Breeder Reactors to Japan, we will conduct R&D concerning Fast Breeder
Reactors' element technologies which contribute to performance improvement such as economics,
function, reliability and so on.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The Institute of Applied Energy, Institute of Research and Innovation.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥411 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥265 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥238 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1981 – Fiscal year 2000.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
18. Contract for Verification Tests on Deco mmissioning Technology for Commercial Nuclear
Power Facilities
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Contract for Verification Tests on Decomm issioning Technology for Commercial Nuclear
Power Facilities
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998- March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To develop techniques necessary for safe di smantling of nuclear power plants in Japan.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Nuclear Power Engineering Corporation, the Institute of Applied Energy, etc.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,760 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥3,508 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,912 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1981 – Fiscal year 2006.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
19. Contract for the Advancement of the Ligh t Water Reactor Technology Confirmation Test
and Others
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Contract for the Advancement of the Light Wat er Reactor Technology Confirmation Test and
Others.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
New technology development for the purpose of en suring the safety of Light Water Reactors.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Nuclear Power Engineering Corporation and othe r public corporations which are entrusted by
the MITI.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥13,284 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥14,550 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts)   ¥7,678 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1981 – Fiscal year 2006.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
20. Grant for the Technical Developmen t of a Full MOX-ABWR Plant System
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Grant for the Technical Development of a Full MOX-ABWR Plant System
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the development of a full MOX-ABWR  plant, in order to improve flexibility of
MOX fuel utilization in LWR plants, and to cont ribute to keeping the plutonium balance according to
supply-demand relations.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Electric Power Development Co. Ltd.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts)    ¥514 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,105 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts)    ¥855 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1996 – Fiscal year 2007.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
21. Contract for Improvement of Sa fety Analysis Codes Technologies
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Contract for Improvement of Safe ty Analysis Codes Technologies
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To enhance the function of safety examination on permits for setting up reactors by improving
safety analysis codes which is necessary to cross-check safety analysis calculations.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Nuclear Power Engineering Corporation.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settled amount) ¥2,108 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settled amount) ¥2,104 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settled amount) ¥2,761 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme started in April 1980, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
22. Subsidy for Technology Development of Solar Power Generation, etc.
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Technology Development of Solar Power Generation, etc.
2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To assist the promotion for technology developm ent of new energy which can efficiently utilize
the resource (such as solar power generation).
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 ¥41,040 million
Fiscal year 1997 ¥41,254 million
Fiscal year 1998 ¥36,965 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
It depends on each sub-programme.  (The programme itself started in April 1981 and no
specific time-limit exists at the moment.)
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.  This programme is included in the "Subsidy for Technology Development of High
Efficiency Gas Turbine" and the "Subsidy for Deve lopment of Load Levelling Technology" which were
notified in 1998.
23. International Demonstration Research on Photovoltaic Power Generation Systems
1. Title of the subsidy programme
International Demonstration Research on Photovoltaic Power Generation Systems
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To improve the performance and reliability of photovoltaic power generation systems, utilizing
the natural and social conditions of the counterpart countries.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Corporations which are entrusted by NEDO, a public body.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Financial year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥188 million
Financial year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥137 million
Financial year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥243 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The programme started in April 1992, and no time-limit is attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
24. Subsidy for the Development of Support Systems for Nuclear Electric Power Generation
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Development of Support Syst ems for Nuclear Electric Power Generation
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To improve the safety and the reliability of nuclear power plants and to promote the
development and introduction of alternative energy sources.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Manufacturers of nuclear power plants.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Financial year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥494 million
Financial year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥480 million
Financial year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥423 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
FY 1980 – FY 1999.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
Statistics on the equipment for nuclear power plants:
                    (Unit:  ¥ million)
Order Export Import
785,202 (1994) 1,497 (1994) 1,416 (1994)
866,869 (1995) 2,266 (1995) 1,865 (1995)
728,456 (1996) 1,821 (1996) 2,392 (1996)
638,908 (1997) 3,765 (1997) 2,076 (1997)
535,698 (1998) 1,945 (1998) 3,633 (1998)
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. PETROLEUM
1. Subsidy for the Rationalization of Petroleum Refinery
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Rationalization of Petroleum Refinery
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To assist the rationalization (such as closure) of refineries.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Interest rate subsidy.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Oil refining companies which have rationalized their business.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥922 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥703 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥570 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy started in April 1986 and there is no time-limit attached to it.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
(1,000 kl.)
1995FY 1996FY 1997FY
Production 223,931 221,614 229,183
Import 37,811 39,523 33,157
Consumption 245,411 245,282 24,233
Export 17,589 13,743 19,167
2. Subsidy for the Promotion of Gas Oil Desulphurization
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Promotion of Gas Oil Desulphurization
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To assist the promotion of gas oil desulphurization.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Interest rate subsidy.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Oil refining companies.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥790 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥607 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥400 million
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
FY 1990 – FY 2016
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
(1,000 kl.)
1995FY 1996FY 1997FY
Production 223,931 221,614 229,183
Import 37,811 39,523 33,157
Consumption 245,411 245,282 24,233
Export 17,589 13,743 19,167
3. Subsidy for the Promotion of Petroleum Industrial Point of Sales System
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Promotion of Petrol eum Industrial Point of Sales System
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
Promotion of communication network system in the petroleum industry.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Interest rate subsidy.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Oil companies.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥208 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥110 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts)   ¥54 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy started in April 1989 and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
(1,000 kl.)
1995FY 1996FY 1997FY
Production 223,931 221,614 229,183
Import 37,811 39,523 33,157
Consumption 245,411 245,282 24,233
Export 17,589 13,743 19,167
4. Interest Rate Subsidy for the Promotion of Petroleum Industrial Facilities
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Interest Rate Subsidy for the Promo tion of Petroleum Industrial Facilities
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To assist the promotion of petroleum industrial facilities.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Interest rate subsidy.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Oil companies.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥153 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts)   ¥79 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts)   ¥15 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
FY 1984 – FY 2000.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
(1,000 kl.)
1995FY 1996FY 1997FY
Production 223,931 221,614 229,183
Import 37,811 39,523 33,157
Consumption 245,411 245,282 24,233
Export 17,589 13,743 19,167
5. Subsidy for Restructuring the Retailing Business of Petroleum Products
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Restructuring the Retailing Business of Petroleum Products
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the restructuring of the retailing business of petroleum products.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Associations which implement the restructur ing of the retailing business of petroleum
products.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts)   ¥1,709 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥11,716 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts)   ¥1,359 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme was started in April 1987 and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
6. Subsidy for Ensuring Petroleum Products Quality
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Ensuring Petroleum Products Quality.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To ensure the quality of petroleum products at service stations.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
National Petroleum Dealers Association.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
1996FY (settlement of accounts) ¥2,254 million
1997 FY (settlement of accounts) ¥2,299 million
1998FY (settlement of accounts) ¥1,944 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The programme started in April 1986 and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
7. Subsidy for Promoting Introduction of Drastic High-Efficiency Energy Use Equipment
for Civil Use.
- Promoting Task for LP Gas High-Efficiency Use
(Promoting Task for Increasing LP Gas Engine Heat Pump Type
Airconditioner)
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Promoting Introduction of Drastic Hi gh-Efficiency Energy Use Equipment for Civil
Use.
- Promoting Task for LB Gas High-Efficiency Use
(Promoting Task for Increasing LP Gas Engine Heat Pump Type Airconditioner)
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote installation of LP Gas Engine H eat Pump Airconditioner for the purpose of saving
energy use.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to those who in stall their LP Gas Engine Heat at Pump
Airconditioners by LP Gas Center of Japan through financial organizations instructed.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
1996FY (settlement of accounts) ¥344 million
1997 FY (settlement of accounts) ¥264 million
1998FY (settlement of accounts) ¥153 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
1997FY-2001FY.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
LP GAS 1994FY 1995FY 1996FY 1997FY 1998FY
Production 4,197 4,387 4,537 4,469 4,322
Import 15,080 14,827 15,232 14,853 14,557
Consumption 19,118 19,341 19,703 19,322 18,939
Export 0 6 7 47 53
8. Subsidy for Loans to Construct Petroleum Storage Facilities
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Loans to Construct Petroleum Storage Facilities
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To ensure a stable supply of oil by taking measures to secure oil stockpiles.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to Japan Development Bank, Okinawa Development Finance
Corporation and Japan National Oil Corporation, that  loan funds for construction of petroleum storage
facilities at low interest rates.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥37 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥41 milion
Fiscal year 1999 (budget) ¥37 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme started in April 1981 and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
9. Subsidy for Loans to Purchase Petroleum and LPG to be Stored
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Loans to Purchase Petroleum and LPG to be Stored
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To ensure a stable supply of oil by taking measures to secure oil stockpiles.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to Japan National Oil Corporation, that loans funds for purchase of
petroleum and LPG at low interest rates.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥6,444 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥4,346 milion
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥3,354 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme started in April 1972, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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10. Subsidy to the Cost of Projects for Improving Refining Technology of Oil Purchasing
Countries and for Related Purposes
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy to the Cost of Projects for Improvi ng Refining Technology of  Oil Producing Countries
and for Related Purposes
2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To exchange exports and information and cooperative R&D for technologies related to the oil
industry between Japan and oil-producing countries a nd also to conduct necessary study for investment
toward those countries from Japan.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
- Japan Cooperation Centre Petroleum
- Petroleum Energy Centre.- Japan Cooperation Centre for the Middle East
- Information Centre for Petroleum Exploration and Production
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1995 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,706 million
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥3,630 milion
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,602 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,987 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The programme started in April 1981, and no time-limit is attached to it.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
(1,000 kl)
1994FY 1995FY 1996FY 1997FY
Production 225,729 223,931 221,614 229,183
Import 32,935 37,811 39,523 33,157
Consumption 239,312 245,411 245,282 243,224
Export 17,201 17,589 13,743 19,167
11. Subsidy for Major Oil-Spill Response Programme
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Major Oil-Spill Response Programme
2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To prepare the system which copes with major oil-spill disasters in and outside Japan.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grants.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Petroleum Association of Japan
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement to accounts) ¥991 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement to accounts) ¥847 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,395 million
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy started in 1990FY, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
12. Commission Fees Concerning R&D for New Fuel Oil
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Commission Fees Concerning  R&D for New Fuel Oil.
2. Period covered by the notification
January 1995-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To study feasibility to introduce and expand methanol fuel as new vehicular fuel in Japan.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Commission fees.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Petroleum Energy Centeruridical and private companies.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥707 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥600 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥394 million
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy started in 1980FY, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
9. HOUSING
1. Project for High-Quality Living
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Project for High-Quality Living
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To improve or create values of houses as social st ock, to adopt houses for future life style and to
harmonize housing with the environment.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant, Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Association for Research and Development of House Technology Creating Life Values
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Settled amount for FY1996: ¥1,526 million
Settled amount for FY1997: ¥1,687 million
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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Settled amount for FY1998: ¥1,381 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
1994FY-2000FY.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
2. Subsidy for the Popularization, Enlightenment and Promotion of Solar Systems (Limited
to the installation of solar houses, for exhibition)
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Popularization, Enlightenment a nd Promotion of Solar System (Limited to the
installation of solar houses, for exhibition)
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To subsidize those who engage in the installation of solar house for exhibition in order to
promote popularization of the solar system.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Enterprises which engage in the installation of solar houses.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Settlement amount for FY1997: ¥61 million
Settlement amount for FY1998: ¥61 millionFY 1999 (Budget): ¥58 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
1989FY-2001FY
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
3. Subsidy for the Promotion of Utilization of Solar System
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for the Promotion of Utilization of Solar System
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To subsidize for supply the interest for those w ho install a solar house in order to lighten the
burden for installation.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Enterprises and installers of solar systems.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts): ¥54 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts): ¥36 millionFiscal year 1999 (budget): ¥25 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Fiscal year 1995- Fiscal year 2005.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
10. AEROPLANES AND SATELLITES
1. Subsidy of Expenses to Investigate the De velopment of Next Generation Airplanes
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy of Expenses to Investigate the Development of Next Generation Airplanes
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To foster the global project formation capability of Japanese aircraft industry through the
development of a small (70-120 seat-class) civil airline.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of  International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The Japan Aircraft Development Corp. (JADC).
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts): ¥610 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts): ¥380 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts): ¥169 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme started in April 1991, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
2. Assistance for Promoting International cooperative Development of Civil Aircraft
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Assistance for Promoting International c ooperative Development of Civil Aircraft
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the development of aircraft indus try, and to contribute to the enhancement of
industrial technology and the evolution of intern ational exchange, through the promotion of the
international collaborative joint project for development of aircraft and  aero engines.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
The Law of Aircraft  Industry Promotion.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
The assistance is provided in the form of a re imbursable grant only for international cooperative
development projects which involve a great amount  of risks, through the International Aircraft
Development Fund.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The Japan Aircraft Development Corp. (JADC)
The Japanese Aero Engines Corp. (JAEC)
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥3,934 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥3,798 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥3,629 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme was started in June 1986, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
3. The Commission on the Research and Deve lopment of Next Generation Airplanes
1. Title of the subsidy programme
The Commission on the Research and Deve lopment of Next Generation Airplanes
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To implement research and development projects to join the international collaborative joint
project for development of super-sonic transportation in the viewpoint of international exchange of high
technology and contribution to international economic growth.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The Society of Japanese Aerospace Companies (SJAC)
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts): ¥191 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts): ¥289 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts): ¥189 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme started in April 1989, and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
4. The Commission on the Research and Develo pment of Remote Sensing Technology to be
Applied to Exploration for Oil Resources
1. Title of the subsidy programme
The Commission on the Research and Developm ent of Remote Sensing Technology to be
Applied to Exploration for Oil Resources
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To implement research and development projects on the sensor on-boarding satellite for the
purpose of improvement and accomplishment in relation to the remote sensing technology to be appliedto exploration for oil resources.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Earth Remote Sensing Data Analysis Ce ntre, Japan Resources Observation System
Organization.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥6,599 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥6,142 millionFiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥5,826 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The programme started in April 1981 and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
11. SHIPBUILDING
1. Grant for promotion of research and development of future ships
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Grant for promotion of research and development of future ships
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote the research and development of future ships.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of Transport.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
The Law for the Association for Structural  Improvement of the Shipbuilding Industry.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The grant is provided for the research and development on higher technologies for ships
within a budget.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
¥ million
1996 1997 1998
750 430 220
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
There is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
The know-how from the subsidized R&D proj ects has not produced commercial products.
Thus, no trade effects of this grant have appeared as yet.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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12. OTHERS
1. Subsidy to Promote and Foster New Enterprises of the Research and Development Type
or Knowledge-intensive Type
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy to Promote and Foster  New Enterprises of the Research and Development Type or
Knowledge-intensive Type
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To promote venture business and knowledge-intensive business of SMEs.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Assistance by budget.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grants.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to the Venture Enterpri se Center (VEC).  Using the subsidy, the VEC
provides loan guarantees to SMEs which conduct the business of the R&D type or knowledge-intensive type, using the subsidy.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1995 (settlement of accounts) ¥271 million
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥0 milion
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥0 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥0 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
The subsidy started in 1975 and no time-limit is attached to it.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
2. Support for Business Innovation
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Support for Business Innovation.
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
To facilitate business innovation by enterprises in response to diverse and structural changes in
the domestic and international economic environment.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
Competent Ministers (Minister of International Trade and Industry, Minister of Agriculture,
Forestry and Fishery and Minister of Transpor t) administer the Law on Temporary Measures to
Facilitate Business Innovation.
Enterprises which operate a business belonging to the sectors designated by a Competent
Ministers' order and are approved by the Competent Minister are eligible to apply to tax authorities,
governmental financial institutions and/or Industr ial Structure Improvement Fund for certain supporting
measures, including tax concessi ons, loans and a loan guarantee.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
The Law on Temporary Measures to Facilitate Business Innovation.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Tax Concession, Loan and/or Loan Guarantee.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Enterprises which operate a business belonging to the sectors designated by a Competent
Ministers' order and are approved by the Competent Minister.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
(Unit:  ¥ million)
1996FY 1997FY 1998FY
Tax Concession N.A. N.A. N.A.
Loan 2,600 0 26,250
Loan Guarantee 0 0 6,080
Note:  The figures in the table indicate the total amounts loaned or guaranteed.
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
April 1995-June 2002.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
Production of main industries
(Unit: ¥ million)
1996Y 1997Y 1998Y
Ammonia industry 21,486 26,061
Cement industry 690,666 666,948 564,290
Scale industry 91,630 85,155 76,822
Wooden furniture industry 1,731,010 1,683,281
Rubberbelt industry 96,246 102,448 96,263
3. Subsidy for Loans to the Pollution Prevention Fund
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Subsidy for Loans to the Pollution Prevention Fund
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
The policy objective of this programme is to prevent the pollution caused by metal mines
smoothly and effectively.
4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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5. Legislation under which it is granted
The Law on the Metal Mining Agency of Japan.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Grant.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
The subsidy is provided to owners who have mining rights, through the Metal Mining Agency
of Japan in the form of loans.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Fiscal year 1996 (settlement of accounts): ¥66 million
Fiscal year 1997 (settlement of accounts): ¥58 million
Fiscal year 1998 (settlement of accounts): ¥55 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
This programme started in April 1973 and there is no time-limit attached to it.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
N.A.
4. Consignment Experimental and Research Expe nses of Survey on Criteria of Radioactive
Waste Disposal
1. Title of the subsidy programme
Consignment Experimental and Research Expenses of survey on Criteria of Radioactive
Waste Disposal
2. Period covered by the notification
April 1998-March 1999.
3. Policy objective and/or purpose of the subsidy
Consignment for survey on criteria of radioactive waste disposal.
                                                     
* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.G/SCM/N/48/JPN
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4. Background and authority for the subsidy
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
5. Legislation under which it is granted
Contract.
6. Form of the subsidy (i.e. grant, loan, tax concession, etc.)
Contract.
7. To whom and how the subsidy is provided
Legal person who has technological and financ ial capability to perform the R&D programme.
8. Subsidy per unit, or in cases where this is not possible, the total amount or the annual amount
budgeted for that subsidy
Financial year 1996 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,631 million
Financial year 1997 (settlement of accounts) ¥1,840 million
Financial year 1998 (settlement of accounts) ¥2,098 million
9. Duration of a subsidy and/or any other time limits attached to it
Financial year 1983 – Financial year 2005.
10. Statistical data permitting an assessment of the trade effects of a subsidy*
This subsidy has no effects on trade, because its purpose is to survey on criteria of radioactive
waste disposal.
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* Statistics of production, consumption, imports and exports:
(i) for the three most recent years for which statistics are available;(ii) for a previous representative year, which, wh ere possible and meaningful, should be the latest
period preceding the introduction of the subsidy or preceding the last major change in the
subsidy.