February 16, 2022

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

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

On February 1st, former Tokyo Governor Ishihara Shintaro passed away. His numerous accomplishments, including his declaration to bid for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, are valuable legacies that are now an intrinsic part of Tokyo. I would like to extend my deep condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.

1. COVID-19 Response

• Protecting the lives and livelihoods of Tokyo’s citizens
• Back to normal as soon as possible

2. Implementing measures for future Tokyo at top speed

• Striking a balance between ongoing growth and maturity is precisely the path to realizing a sustainable Tokyo
• Promoting the Grand Reform of Tokyo at light speed
• Upgrading Future Tokyo: Tokyo's Long-Term Strategy
• Reforming the Tokyo Metropolitan Government
• Forging a future with hope through the FY2022 proposed budget

3. Evolving into the world’s city of choice

• Leading the world in decarbonization efforts
• The power of finance to create a virtuous cycle of the environment and economy
• Raise the earning power of SMEs and place the economy on track to growth
• A tourism destination that people want to visit again and again
• Unleashing the potential of the waterfront area
• Become a truly global city

4. A society full of the smiles of children

• Leave no child behind
• Further advancement of digital transformation in education
• Project to make children smile
• Diverse support to bring smiles to both children and their families

5. Creating a society free of barriers where people shine

• An inclusive city where everyone can vibrantly shine

6. Strengthening crisis management systems for a safe and secure city

• Bolster preparations for storm damage
• Accelerate the earthquake- and fire-resistance of the city
• Further acceleration of removal of utility poles
• Strengthening disaster response through soft infrastructure
• Urban resilience project

7. Promoting the Tama area and Tokyo Islands

• Further drawing out the attraction of the Tama area
• Toward sustainable growth for Tokyo’s islands

8. Fostering people who can open up the future

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