Yukio Edano

Japanese politician and Foreign Minister

Yukio Edano - Japanese politician and Foreign Minister
Born

May 31st, 1964
61 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Served as a significant figure in Japanese politics with a focus on government communications and foreign relations. Held the position of Minister for Foreign Affairs from 2011 to 2012. Played a key role during the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, coordinating government response efforts. Contributed to various policy discussions and reforms within the Democratic Party of Japan.

Served as Minister for Foreign Affairs

Led government communications during Fukushima disaster

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