Yozo Ishikawa

Japanese Minister of Defense

Yozo Ishikawa - Japanese Minister of Defense
Born

1925
100 years ago

Died

June 21st, 2014
10 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Served as a politician in Japan and held the position of Minister of Defense. Played a significant role in Japan's defense policy and military strategy during the 2000s. Engaged in discussions regarding Japan's self-defense forces and international security agreements. Contributed to various defense reforms and policies aimed at enhancing Japan's military capabilities.

Served as Japan's Minister of Defense from 2007 to 2008.

Involved in defense policy reforms during tenure.

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