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Sanae Takaichi's Masterpiece: "The Golden Rule for Protecting the Nation and Its People"

On July 8, 2024, a remarkable release titled "Japan's Economic Security: The Golden Rule for Protecting the Nation and Its People" hit the shelves, coinciding with the anniversary of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. This comprehensive work, penned by Sanae Takaichi during her tenure as Minister of Economic Security, is a staggering 160,000 words long and has already seen significant demand, leading to a seventh reprint announcement by Asuka Shinsha, the publishing company headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo.

Surpassing 53,000 copies sold, Takaichi’s book encapsulates her deep commitment to economic security and serves as a vital resource that sheds light on her policy initiatives. The author herself has expressed that this book covers important aspects of Japan's economic security legal framework, encompassing two key laws, alongside the current initiatives designed to enhance the supply chain, develop crucial technologies, and much more.

In her words, "This book provides a comprehensive overview of Japan’s economic security legislation and the current state of our efforts, including initiatives for strengthening supply chains, as well as advancements in critical technologies. It also discusses U.S. export controls and investment screening laws, as well as Chinese regulations that companies should be aware of. We aim to provide insight into ongoing challenges and potential improvements we are striving for. Though some sections may be dense with legal terminology, we conducted thorough fact-checking to ensure that this book serves as a reliable reference long into the future. I hope not only industry leaders, engineers, researchers, and international business professionals, but also students investing in Japan's future, will find this book valuable." (As stated on Takaichi’s X post)

Book Overview

Title: Japan's Economic Security: The Golden Rule for Protecting the Nation and Its People
Author: Sanae Takaichi
Size and Pages: 4.6 Size (Japanese book size) / 352 Pages
Price: ¥1980 (tax included)
Release Date: July 8, 2024
Publisher: Asuka Shinsha

Detailed Contents

The contents or chapters of the book include:
1. What is Economic Security?
2. Economic Security Trends: Japan and the World
3. Strengthening Supply Chains
4. Current State of Critical Resources
5. Stable Provision of Core Infrastructure Services
6. Supporting Research and Development of Important Technologies
7. The Role of the K Program in Shaping Japan's Future
8. The Reality Behind Patent Application Secrecy
9. Understanding Foreign Legal Risks
10. Tackling New Challenges

Sanae Takaichi's book emerges as a critical read for anyone engaged in the discourse on economic security in Japan. It serves not only as an essential guide for policymakers but also as an informative resource for businesses, engineers, and students. With its emphasis on fact-based analysis and practical insights, Takaichi’s work marks a significant contribution to the ongoing dialogue surrounding Japan's future economic landscape.