Following the inauguration of the second Kishida remodeling cabinet, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Nishimura took over duties from former Minister Hagiuda on the morning of the 12th.
On the morning of the 12th, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Nishimura received and signed the handover documents from former Minister Hagiuda at the minister's office.
Former Minister Hagiuda said, "I think we were able to formulate various policies for Japan's future, considering how Japan's position should be in the rapidly changing international situation. As I said in the end, my successor, Minister Nishimura, is the most capable politician who was elected at the same time, so I sincerely hope that he will firmly accept the efforts that have been made so far and move forward further. I would like to support the efforts of Minister Nishimura as a representative."
In response, Minister Nishimura said, ``I was appointed as Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, which I entered 37 years ago, and while recalling my original intentions at that time, I strengthened my determination to tackle various issues with all my might. Former Minister Hagiuda acted really powerfully, but I would like to carry on his thoughts.I would like to cooperate with the party and work together to advance various policies."
Minister Nishimura will work to ensure a stable supply of energy and respond to the treated water from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station amidst the ongoing severe power supply and demand situation. It will be a policy response for