Iwaya Takesh

Iwaya Takesh is a Japanese politician and member of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), currently serving as Japan's Minister for Foreign Affairs. He has held this position since September 2021, where he plays a crucial role in shaping Japan's foreign policy and diplomatic relations. Takesh has been vocal about regional security issues, especially concerning the actions of China in the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea, as highlighted during discussions at the recent United Nations General Assembly.