Being Japan’s new Prime Minister entails numerous responsibilities and facing an election few weeks after assuming office indeed is a major challenge. It is an opportunity to consolidate support, but it also carries risks if the public does not see immediate results from the new administration.
The immediate tasks for the new Prime Minister can be as follows:
1. Proposal of Clear Policies: The new PM should confidently propose clear policies, focusing on the pain points of the Japanese population. The top issues the public may want addressed could include the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic situation, the economy, climate change, or social issues such as gender equality, ageing population, and falling birthrates.
2. Building a Strong Team: The new PM should, as soon as possible, put together a strong, reliable team. Having a dedicated team strengthens the execution of the plans.
3. Public Interaction: Both personally and through social platforms, the interaction secure voters goodwill.
4. Leverage Diplomacy: Even inside the election period, it’s important the new PM should meet with international leaders, showing strong diplomacy skills and securing Japan’s standing in the international scenario.
5. Planning and Efficiency: Plans should be executed wisely and efficiently. Any delay in implementation of promised policies could result in loss of public trust and support.
Approaching this strategically can not only win the PM support in the election, but also set them up for a successful term in the office.
