Koizumi

Shinjiro Koizumi is a Japanese politician and the current Minister of Defense for Japan. He is a member of the Liberal Democratic Party and a son of former Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi.

Why it’s in the news: He is in the news due to his recent discussions with U.S. officials on security cooperation and his statements regarding Japan's defense policies, including the potential acquisition of nuclear submarines.

Latest on Koizumi

• Koizumi to meet Okinawa governor after U.S. Marine’s arrest over murder
• Koizumi and U.S. defense chief Hegseth agree to boost security cooperation
• Koizumi says Japan not ruling out nuclear subs, days after U.S. offers positive view
• Japan’s Takaichi sends offering to Yasukuni on WWII anniversary, Koizumi visits shrine
• Koizumi exceeded expectations as defense minister. Will he stay on?
• Shinjiro Koizumi backs nuke-free world after controversy

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