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At 67, Kishida’s decision to forgo re-election comes amid a backdrop of persistently low approval ratings for his Cabinet, which have languished in the low 20% range. The Kishida administration has faced criticism, particularly related to allegations of violations of the Political Funds Control Law by LDP factions, which has fueled calls within the party for new leadership.
Kishida articulated that transparent and open elections, along with vigorous debate, are crucial for the party's reform.
During a press conference following an emergency meeting, Kishida emphasized the gravity of the situation, underscoring the government's commitment to managing the crisis with utmost urgency. The typhoon has unleashed record-breaking precipitation along the Pacific coast, prompting concerns about flooding, landslides, and other potential hazards.
In his Nagasaki Peace Declaration, Mayor Shiro Suzuki, a second-generation A-bomb survivor, called for a resolute shift away from nuclear weapons. “Leaders of nuclear states and those under the nuclear umbrella must confront the escalating threat that nuclear weapons pose to humanity and urgently pursue their abolition,” Suzuki asserted.
The Prime Minister's original itinerary had included visits to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Mongolia, where he was set to engage in crucial diplomatic discussions and participate in a high-level summit with leaders from five Central Asian countries. The trip, planned from Friday to Monday, was intended to strengthen Japan's diplomatic ties and economic cooperation with these nations. However, the recent seismic event has shifted Kishida's priorities toward ensuring Japan's preparedness and response in the wake of the natural disaster.
Prime Minister Kishida’s instructions come as part of a broader effort to address the immediate aftermath of the earthquake. The government is tasked with rapidly assessing the extent of the damage and coordinating with local authorities to implement emergency response measures effectively. The primary focus remains on ensuring the safety and protection of citizens.
Addressing LDP members, Kishida emphasized the urgency of modernizing the 1947 Constitution, particularly its Article 9, which renounces war and prohibits Japan from maintaining military forces for combat purposes.
Kishida reassured the public that the government is committed to closely monitoring market developments. “We will maintain a vigilant watch over the stock market and ensure that our financial policies are effectively implemented,” he affirmed. This proactive stance is intended to mitigate the impact of market fluctuations on the broader economy and prevent any potential adverse effects on economic stability.
The summit will bring together Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and leaders from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
At the inaugural meeting of the AI Systems Study Group, held at the Prime Minister’s Office, Kishida outlined four foundational principles for the proposed regulations: ensuring AI security and competitiveness, creating adaptable legal frameworks to keep pace with technological advancements, aligning with international guidelines, and ensuring responsible AI procurement and usage by the government.
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