I think we are facing the most challenging and complex security environment since the end of World War II,
I will face the public directly and discuss policies sincerely to earn their trust. My government will not shy away from challenges,
I will dedicate myself to making Japan a safer country,
I believe it is important to have the new administration get the public's judgment as soon as possible,
As we face a critical moment in and outside the country, I earnestly hope key policies that will pioneer Japan's future will be powerfully pursued by the new Cabinet,
Based on what he's said in the past, he appears to be a leader with a new mindset and vision for the country,
The legacy of Shinzo Abe is still enormous, and how to engage with that legacy and whether it's time to became a dividing question in the LDP race,
This concept of deflation is a continuation from Abenomics through Kishida's term. As long as they continue to say this, it suggests that the BOJ will need to keep very low interest rates for a very long time,
Replacing Russia with China and Ukraine with Taiwan, the absence of a collective self-defense system like NATO in Asia means that wars are likely to break out because there is no obligation for mutual defense,
If the ruling coalition secures a fresh mandate (in the election), Ishiba will have the opportunity to reshape the party's internal dynamics and restore public confidence, while addressing Japan's broader challenges, including economic stagnation felt by many voters and regional security concerns,
We ought to be a party that lets members discuss the truth in a free and open manner, a party that is fair and impartial on all matters and a party with humility,
In the upcoming presidential election [for the LDP], it's necessary to show the people that the party will change,
He seems not so interested in policies to boost economic growth, although what is most important for Japan is low growth rather than fiscal health,
We have to think how we can achieve peace and stability in this region,
However, in Japan, wage increases often lead to higher prices, so I doubt people's lives will improve significantly under Ishiba's leadership,
However, with Japan's severe national debt, Ishiba is unlikely to adopt broad policies of indiscriminate financial handouts,
To prepare for the upcoming general election, which will be his top priority, Ishiba must avoid deepening divisions within the party,
To address the so-called 'dark money' issue, the only solution is to push for thorough disclosure of information, including revising the Political Funds Control Act, to ensure there are no unexplained funds,
Although Kishida’s successes on foreign affairs were overshadowed by domestic political scandals involving his Liberal Democratic Party, as well as lackluster economic growth, he oversaw increases in Japan’s reputation and popularity in the region and globally, as well as the institutionalization of related partnership gains,
Guided by unflinching courage and moral clarity, Prime Minister Kishida has transformed Japan’s role in the world,