The Financial Times has announced the appointment of Leo Lewis as its new Tokyo bureau chief, responsible for overseeing the FT's coverage of one of Asia’s most important economies.
Lewis was previously Asia business editor, writing a weekly column. Over many years in Tokyo he has been a documenter of corporate Japan during times of significant change and upheaval.
Lewis is an experienced journalist with over 20 years of experience covering business and finance in Asia. He has been recognised by the SABEW Awards and the Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA) Awards for his coverage of Carlos Ghosn, among other stories, added the Financial Times. He is fluent in Japanese and speaks Mandarin.
FT Asia editor Robin Harding said: “Leo is a highly accomplished journalist with a deep understanding of corporate Japan and the Asia-Pacific region. His appointment underscores our commitment to providing our readers with the most original, valuable and entertaining coverage of an eternally fascinating country."
Lewis said: "I am delighted to be the next Tokyo bureau chief and leading a fresh new team at a particularly fascinating time. Japan remains a key player in the global economy, is of huge interest to investors and is becoming increasingly important in geopolitical influence.”
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