Japan's PM Shigeru Ishiba introduces a happiness index, snap election, and policies addressing economic and demographic challenges in his first parliamentary speech.

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will introduce a "happiness index" in his first parliamentary policy speech, aimed at boosting public well-being and addressing economic challenges, including a shrinking population. He plans to call a snap election on October 27 to solidify support for his policies, which include increasing the minimum wage and launching a disaster management ministry. Ishiba also highlights the aging population as a "silent crisis" and emphasizes nuclear energy's role.

October 03, 2024
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