Wednesday, September 27, 2006

Hail New Prime Minister Abe

Congratulations to new Prime Minister Abe. It's about time we get a new flavor on Japanese politics. Although...admittedly....it's not really a topic I pay much attention to. As a foreigner in a very Japanese Japan, we really have no say on what, who, where, why and how. The great thing about Mr. Abe is that he seems almost...dare I say it...foreigner friendly?

His father was a Minister of Foriegner Affairs and his proposed foreign policies sound friendly enough. He plans to strengthen the alliance with America and maintain peace with the rest of the world. I'm sure every foreigner who lives in, or is coming to Japan would say "How about easier immigration procedures, Mr. Prime Minister?" Well....we can wish, can't we?

One of the main things he seems to be confident about in regards to foreign policy is mending Japan-China relations. Easier said than done.

What are your thoughts on Prime Minister Abe?

1 Comments:

At September 29, 2006 , Anonymous Matt - Nagoya said...

It's interesting to see a change. I think he will work hard to make a name for himself.

 

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