Thursday, April 9, 2009

The Prime Minister Delivers a Speech at the Japan National Press Club

Prime Minister Taro Aso delivered a speech entitled, "Japan's Future Development Strategy and Growth Initiative towards Doubling the Size of Asia's Economy," at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo. In the speech, the Prime Minister unveiled the future vision of the Japanese economy leading up to 2020, under the theme of Future of the Japanese Economy -- A Strategy for Opening Up a New Future, and explained the three pillars of the strategy: Leading the World in the Low-Carbon Emission Revolution; A Healthy, Long-Lived Society in which People Feel Secure and Strong; and Promoting the Attractiveness of Japan. The Prime Minister also explained the theme of the Growth in Asia -- Growth Initiative towards Doubling the Size of Asia's Economy, stressing that new growth frontiers are not limited to Japan.

In the speech, Prime Minister Aso said, "To work up a sweat. To produce great results as a team with organizational power. These traditions have contributed to the "manufacturing" sector of Japan. If these strengths can be utilized, the Japanese economy still has great potential. The 'growth strategy' is one that does not lose sight of Japan's strengths and is built on that foundation. I would like to realize this strategy with new goals and strategies involving everyone. The future of Japan and Asia is bright. It is my hope that everyone will share this feeling through the growth strategy."

Related Link

• Japan's Future Development Strategy and Growth Initiative towards Doubling the Size of Asia's Economy (April 9, 2009)