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When assessing the performance of politicians, what criteria should we adopt?
In North America, a culture that prioritizes results is deeply ingrained, while in Japan, trust and character hold significant importance.
How might these differences shape our future?
As a Canadian, I have spent nine years building my career in major Japanese corporations, and I have now risen to the position of department head, leading an organization of approximately 200 people.
I have previously contributed several pieces and mentioned my ongoing naturalization process in Japan.
Recently, I would like to share insights on Governor Motohiko Saito of Hyogo Prefecture, a subject of much discussion in the media, from a North American perspective.
(Note: Mr. ACER has published five articles to date, focusing on themes such as the futility of “amakudari” (the practice of retired bureaucrats finding employment in the private sector) and the inefficacy of frequent large-scale personnel changes. For more information, please search the “Author Archive” on the right side of the Serene website.)
