Fumio Kishida

Imagine being chosen to help decide what millions of people need—food, schools, hospitals, and safety. That's the job Fumio Kishida took when he became Prime Minister of Japan in October 2021. Born in 1957, Kishida is a longtime Japanese politician whose main job is to lead the country. In this short talk, we'll focus on how he uses leadership to protect people, help the economy, and work with other nations.

His era is the 21st century—he works on today's big problems. Before becoming Prime Minister he served as Japan's Foreign Minister from 2012 to 2017, which taught him how to talk with other countries. As Prime Minister, Kishida has asked companies to raise wages, supported families and small businesses, and pushed for stronger defenses so Japan can stay safe. He also guides Japan through global events like the COVID-19 pandemic and regional tensions.

Why does this matter? Kishida's choices shape jobs, school budgets, and how safe people feel. By combining diplomacy (talking with other leaders), economic plans, and new security measures, he tries to protect daily life and the future. These actions can change how people earn money, how ready the country is for danger, and how Japan works with neighbors. Kishida's story shows leadership is about making tough choices, listening, and trying to help everyone.