Shinjiro Koizumi

Shinjiro Koizumi is the current Defense Minister of Japan, serving since 2021. He is a member of the Liberal Democratic Party and has been a member of the Japanese parliament since 2017. Koizumi has held various positions, including Minister of Justice and Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare. He has been a strong advocate for Japan's military modernization and has played a key role in shaping the country's defense policy. Koizumi has also been a vocal critic of China's military expansion and has worked to strengthen Japan's security ties with the United States. He is known for his strong leadership and his commitment to promoting Japan's national security.