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岩屋毅
House of RepresentativesIn officeLiberal Democratic PartyOita Prefecture · Oita 3rd DistrictMember of the House of Representatives

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Iwaya Tsuyoshi

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Takeshi Iwaya is a veteran Japanese politician serving as a member of the House of Representatives for the 11th term. A graduate of Waseda University, he began his political career in the Oita Prefectural Assembly before entering national politics. Throughout his career, he has held several high-level government positions, including Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister of Defense. Known for his expertise in security and foreign policy, Iwaya has been a prominent figure within the Liberal Democratic Party, though he has occasionally taken independent stances on party discipline and policy issues. He is recognized for his advocacy in areas such as defense, regional revitalization, and international relations, and he continues to play a significant role in shaping Japan's diplomatic and security strategies.

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Born
1957-08-24 · 68 years old
Birth place
Beppu, Oita, Japan
Education
Waseda University (Faculty of Political Science and Economics)
Career
Secretary to a Member of the House of Representatives, Oita Prefectural Assembly member

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