Japanese stock markets are poised for a positive opening, tracking a rebound in US technology shares overnight. Futures for the Nikkei index on the Singapore Exchange advanced 1.3% to 67,150 points.
Investor attention remains fixed on developments in the Middle East as tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated recently. Any commentary from Japanese government officials regarding the recent depreciation of the yen is also being closely monitored.
The Nikkei index closed Tuesday's session 3.3% higher at 66,232.19 points.