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prime minister (as the head of a cabinet government)

prime minister (as the head of a cabinet government)

A politician at the top of the Japanese government. The official name is "Prime Minister.

Perfect For …

Good talker and listener. Likes to take care of others. Has a sense of responsibility.

Job Details

Japan's top leaders who change society for the better and protect the people's livelihoods.

The Prime Minister is the leader of the Cabinet, which runs the administration of Japan. He decides the members of the cabinet and holds cabinet meetings, submits the national budget, laws, and other bills to the Diet, and supervises the ministries and agencies. As the supreme commander of the Self-Defense Forces in the event of a major disaster or attack by another country, he issues the necessary instructions to protect the lives and property of the people. He also negotiates with other countries and performs many other tasks. The daily schedule is set by the minute, and although it is a very busy job, it is a very rewarding job as a representative of the nation.

Key Points !

Become a member of parliament to gain experience and gain the public's trust.

To become the Prime Minister, one must first become a member of the Diet (a politician). This is because Japan's Constitution states that the Prime Minister shall be chosen from among the members of the Diet. In addition, the Prime Minister must be a "civilian. The term "civilian" means that the occupation is not that of an active member of the Self-Defense Forces. There are two types of Diet members, House of Representatives members and House of Councillors members, and either can be a member of the Diet. However, there has never been a case of a member of the House of Councillors becoming prime minister. Basically, political experience and other factors are often considered important, and the goal is to become the leader of the party with the greatest power. He is then nominated as prime minister through a nomination election in the Diet, and when appointed by the emperor, he is prime minister.

Academic background is not a factor, but many of them are from famous universities

Most of the successive prime ministers are graduates of famous universities. Therefore, it can be said that going to a famous university is the first step to becoming a prime minister. The University of Tokyo and Waseda University are famous for having graduated many people who later became prime ministers. However, the most important thing is to have outstanding ability as a prime minister, regardless of academic background.

In the Future

Politicians with a sense of mission are expected to

Japan is saddled with a huge national debt (government debt) and has little food and energy resources of its own, and has a number of important issues concerning the future of the nation. In addition, Japan must keep an eye on the ever-changing global situation. Therefore, the country needs someone who understands the pain and suffering of the people and has the ability to take messages from the people into account. Furthermore, a prime minister with a sense of mission who will do his or her utmost to tackle the problems that lie before him or her is needed.

Job Facts

Income.

Monthly income is about 2 million yen. When regional allowances and year-end allowances (bonuses) are added to this, annual income is about 40 million yen.

Vacation?

During his time as prime minister, he has very little private time.

Where do you work?

National Diet Building, Prime Minister's Office, overseas, etc.

Your Future Path

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