島尻安伊子

Aiko Shimajiri is a Japanese politician currently serving as a member of the House of Representatives for Okinawa's 3rd district. Born in Sendai, she began her political career as a Naha City Council member before serving two terms in the House of Councillors. Throughout her career, she has held significant government roles, including Minister of State for Okinawa and Northern Territories Affairs and Minister of State for Science and Technology Policy. A member of the Liberal Democratic Party, Shimajiri has been a prominent figure in Okinawa politics, notably advocating for the relocation of the Futenma Air Station to Henoko. She has also served as a special advisor to the Cabinet, focusing on Okinawa development and child poverty countermeasures. Her political platform includes support for constitutional revision and the necessity of nuclear power in Japan's energy policy.