Regarding the LDP presidential election, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Koizumi held a press conference to announce his candidacy, stating his determination to “unite the LDP and move politics forward.”
“I will unite the LDP. I will move politics forward. With the determination to lead this effort, I am running in the presidential election.”
He emphasized that “efforts to regenerate the LDP are the starting point as a politician,” and expressed his resolve to “lead the way toward a fresh start through party reform.”
Additionally, he advocated for “aiming for 135 trillion yen in domestic investment and an average wage increase of 1 million yen by fiscal year 2030,” as well as the prompt abolition of the provisional gasoline tax rate and a review of the income tax system.
Regarding cooperation with opposition parties, he stated, “While carefully assessing alignment in policies and principles, we will also deepen discussions on the framework of the government.”
“May I touch (the piano)?”
He exchanged opinions with music industry professionals about the overseas expansion of content, which he is emphasizing.
Regarding foreigner policies, he visited sites of traffic accidents caused by foreigners and advocated for aiming for zero illegal foreigners.
He rode a fully automated tractor and experienced smart agriculture, exchanging opinions with individuals in the agriculture sector.
He is scheduled to meet with members of the local LDP youth division in the evening, and as the official announcement approaches the day after tomorrow, each camp’s activities are intensifying.
