Cabinet Decisions: Revision of GX2040 Vision, Basic Energy Plan, Global Warming Countermeasures Plan, and Government Action Plan; State Visit by President Mattarella of the Italian Republic; Acting Ministerial Duties during Minister Ito’s Absence
Date: February 18, 2025 Source: Prime Minister’s Office
Key Points:
Revision of GX2040 Vision, Basic Energy Plan, Global Warming Countermeasures Plan, and Government Action Plan
- The Cabinet approved revisions to the GX2040 Vision, Basic Energy Plan, Global Warming Countermeasures Plan, and Government Action Plan.
- These revisions aim to accelerate efforts towards achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and promoting a decarbonized society.
- Key measures include increasing the share of renewable energy, promoting energy efficiency, and supporting the adoption of carbon capture and storage technologies.
State Visit by President Mattarella of the Italian Republic
- The Cabinet expressed its deep gratitude for the upcoming state visit by President Mattarella of the Italian Republic from March 21-24, 2025.
- The visit is expected to strengthen bilateral relations between Japan and Italy and promote cooperation in various fields, including trade, investment, and climate change.
Acting Ministerial Duties during Minister Ito’s Absence
- Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Koichi Hagiuda will act as Minister of the Environment during the absence of Minister Akihiro Ito from February 20-22, 2025.
- Minister of State for Economic and Fiscal Policy Takayuki Kobayashi will act as Minister of Reconstruction during the absence of Minister Ito from February 20-22, 2025.
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