Shinzō Abe
Member of the House of Representatives of Japan (since 1993). Chief Cabinet Secretary (2005-06). Prime Minister (since 2012.

Mr. Chairman, ladies and gentlemen,
I have been accorded the privilege of continuing to serve as Japan’s helmsman for the next three years. As I address the General Assembly today for the sixth consecutive year, I do so with a feeling of renewed resolve.
In the three years to come, I will do my very best to strengthen the free trade system. I will likewise do everything in my power to clear the postwar structure from Northeast Asia.
Serving as a flag bearer for free trade
In my view, the (...)