Kōichirō Genba
Japanese politician and foreign minister
Born
May 20th, 1964
60 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Served as the 80th Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs from 2011 to 2012. Represented the Fukushima 1st district in the House of Representatives. Contributed to Japan's diplomatic relations, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. Worked on various global issues including nuclear disarmament and climate change during tenure. Engaged in economic diplomacy and attended multiple international summits to enhance Japan's presence on the global stage.
Served as Minister for Foreign Affairs
Represented Fukushima in the House of Representatives
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