Taro Aso

Taro Aso

politician Japan

Taro Aso is a prominent Japanese politician and member of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), serving as the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance. He has previously held the position of Prime Minister of Japan from 2008 to 2009. Known for his influential role in Japanese politics, Aso has been involved in various economic and fiscal policies, and his leadership has shaped the country's approach to financial matters. In the recent asset disclosure report, it was noted that he has a personal wealth of 1,555 million yen.

Born on Sep 20, 1940 (85 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
1,044,017
Power
9,336$
Sentiment
4.19
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Vietnam 1 6.00 0.10% +0% 97,338,583 98,322 $340,000 343$
China 1 4.00 0.06% +0% 1,402,112,000 891,362 $14,000,000 8,900$
Uzbekistan 1 7.00 0.16% +0% 33,469,203 54,333 $57,000 93$
Totals 3 1,532,919,786 1,044,017 $14,397,000 9,336$
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Recent Mentions

China China: Taro Aso, the Vice President of the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan, expressed support for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan. 4

People's Daily: 外交部:奉劝日方认认真真反思纠错,不要在错误的道路上越走越远--国际--人民网

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Taro Aso previously stated that Japan would need to defend Taiwan alongside the US in the event of an invasion. 6

BBC: China and Japan in escalating spat over Taiwan: What to know

Japan Japan: Taro Aso is a prominent Japanese politician who has served in various high-ranking positions, including as Prime Minister. 7

The Asahi Shimbun: 【写真まとめ】天皇、皇后両陛下が三重へ 初日は鳥羽水族館を視察 [三重県]:朝日新聞

Taiwan Taiwan: Her statement echoed that of former Japanese prime minister and fellow Liberal Democratic Party member Taro Aso. 7

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: ’Taiwan contingency’ could prompt Japanese armed reaction: Japan PM