Cabinet Approves GX2040 Vision, Revises Basic Energy Plan, Global Warming Countermeasures Plan and Government Implementation Plan
February 18, 2025
Tokyo, Japan – The Cabinet of Japan held a meeting on February 18, 2025, and approved the following measures:
1. GX2040 Vision, Basic Energy Plan, Global Warming Countermeasures Plan and Government Implementation Plan
The Cabinet approved the GX2040 Vision, which sets out a long-term strategy for achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. The vision includes targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting the development and deployment of renewable energy sources.
The Cabinet also approved revisions to the Basic Energy Plan, Global Warming Countermeasures Plan and Government Implementation Plan to align with the GX2040 Vision. The revised plans include new measures to promote energy efficiency, accelerate the transition to renewable energy, and develop innovative technologies for carbon capture and storage.
2. Visit of President Mattarella of Italy
The Cabinet welcomed the upcoming visit of Sergio Mattarella, President of the Italian Republic, to Japan from February 23 to 26, 2025.
3. Appointment of Acting Minister during Minister Ito’s Absence
The Cabinet appointed Shinichi Nishimura, Minister of State for Economic and Fiscal Policy, as Acting Minister of State for Okinawa and Northern Territories Affairs during the absence of Minister Minoru Ito from February 23 to March 2, 2025.
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