June, 1 2021

Policy Speech by the Governor of Tokyo, Koike Yuriko, at the Second Regular Session of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly, 2021

In the opening of the second regular session of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly in 2021, I wish to relate my basic stance on future metropolitan administration.

On April 11, Tokyo Honorable Citizen Mr. Shinohara Yoshiharu passed away. I would like to offer my sincere condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.

1. The crisis we are now confronting

2. Response to COVID-19

• Stop a resurgence by any means possible
• Supplementary budget to accelerate responses
• Taking all possible measures for the safety of the Tokyo residents
• Balancing infection spread prevention and socioeconomic activities

3. Toward the opening of the Olympic and Paralympic Games

4. Realizing sustainable recovery and becoming the world’s city of choice

• Promoting a city model to the world that will serve as the benchmark for the future
• Leading the world starting from decarbonization

5. Safe, secure and full of charm

• Building a safe and secure Tokyo
• Bring out the urban charm of Tokyo

6. Tokyo, where people shine

• Building a Tokyo where the perspective of children are valued
• Supporting the development and growth of children
• Revision of the Comprehensive Plan for Promotion of Gender Equality
• A Tokyo where senior citizens can continue to lead vibrant lives
• Realizing work styles that enable everyone to shine

7. Transforming the Tokyo Metropolitan Government

8. In conclusion

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