As of October 24, 2025, newly elected Prime Minister Takaichi delivered a policy speech at the 219th session of the Diet, covering national security, economics, food security, healthcare, energy security, and other areas. [1] Prime Minister Takaichi emphasized the need for a stable and affordable energy supply to maintain Japan’s competitiveness. She highlighted that nuclear power and perovskite solar cells are especially important. Furthermore, she stated the intention to maximize the use of carbon-free energy sources while “promoting energy conservation and fuel conversion through photonics-electronics convergence technology and other means.” Additionally, she mentioned that Japan will aim to achieve early implementation of next-generation innovative reactors and fusion energy.

[1] https://www.kantei.go.jp/jp/104/statement/2025/1024shoshinhyomei.html