September 20, 2022

Policy Speech by the Governor of Tokyo, Koike Yuriko, at the Third Regular Session of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly, 2022

In opening the third regular session of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly in 2022, I wish to relate my basic stance on future metropolitan administration.

Tokyo Honorable Citizens Miyake Issey, Mori Hanae, and Sasamoto Tsuneko passed away on August 5, 11, and 15, respectively. Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly member Nishiyama Masaru passed away on August 18. I would like to extend my deep condolences to their families. May they rest in peace.

Assembly member Miyake Shigeki has been distinguished and awarded for his long years of service. I would like to express my deepest respect for his 25 years of dedication to the development of the metropolitan government, and my sincere congratulations.

1. Foreword

• Prayers for former Prime Minister Abe
• Deepening intercity collaboration is the fast path to a sustainable future
• Open the way to sustainable cities through the concept of innovation

2. Overcoming crises to accelerate a sustainable recovery

• Firm up preparations for a power crunch this winter
• Protect the people of Tokyo from soaring costs and support economic recovery
• Accelerate decarbonization to overcome the crisis
• Toward a more resilient city

3. Open innovation to carve the future

• A new stage to support startups
• Generating policy innovation with a new organization

4. Becoming an attractive city that looks to the future and captivates the world

• Maximizing the potential of the Bay Area
• Urban development of the Jingu Gaien district
• Enhancing the appeal of the Tama area even more

5. For an even more mature city where each person can shine

• Creating a city brimming with the smiles of children
• Development of human resources with an eye to the world
• Rolling out the Olympic and Paralympic legacy

6. Nomination of Tokyo Honorable Citizens

7. In conclusion

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