So, Japan as a country has lost its vigor, it feels very much closed in for various reasons.

In Japan, the average age of agricultural workers is 65.8. When the aging of its population is accelerating so rapidly, it will be very difficult to sustain the sector whether we liberalize trade or not.

It is possible for Japan to become the model of a society that does not rely on nuclear power.

In fact, the Senkaku Islands are... inherent territory of Japan that is recognized in our history and also by international law.

I believe in any country, matters that relate to its territory would, of course, provoke strong sentiments amongst the people of that country.

If you are unable to understand the cause of a problem it is impossible to solve it.

China has become a major presence for most countries around the world but notably for its neighboring countries in Asia. So I think it is a common position for Japan and its Asian neighbors that we certainly would strive to maintain as much as possible friendly relations with China.