"The World and Japan" Database (Project Leader: TANAKA Akihiko)
Database of Japanese Politics and International Relations
National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS); Institute for Advanced Studies on Asia (IASA), The University of Tokyo

[Title] Statement by Prime Minister ISHIBA Shigeru

[Place]
[Date] October 1, 2024
[Source] Prime Minister's Office of Japan
[Notes] Cabinet Decision, Provisional translation
[Full text]

Today, I have been appointed Prime Minister of Japan, and a new cabinet, based on the coalition of the Liberal Democratic Party and the New Komeito Party, has been inaugurated. I will dedicate myself fully to fulfilling my responsibilities.

I aim to shape and safeguard Japan's future based on five key pillars: "upholding the rules," "protecting Japan," "protecting the people," "protecting local communities," and "protecting opportunities for youth and women."

To achieve this, we will promote a politics that is truthful, courageous, and sincere—one that is humble, warm, and action-oriented, and that earns the understanding and empathy of the Japanese people.

I ask for your understanding and cooperation.