In this moving keynote address, Dr. Tomohiko Taniguchi reveals the human warmth, resilience, and geopolitical vision of Japan’s late PM Shinzo Abe.

In his address titled "The Shinzo Abe I Knew," former primary foreign policy speechwriter Dr. Tomohiko Taniguchi offers a rare, intimate perspective on Japan's longest-serving prime minister:

Beyond Max Weber’s Three Pillars: While German sociologist Max Weber defined authority through institutions, tradition, and charisma, Shinzo Abe introduced a fourth pillar: profound affection, kindness, and empathy toward others.

Conquering Incurable Disease: Struck by ulcerative colitis at age 15, Abe endured a lifelong struggle with disease. After finding effective treatment, he treated his restored health as a "gift from heaven," dedicating his second term entirely to public service alongside trusted companions.

Placing Japan’s Bet on India: Recognizing that neither Japan nor the United States alone could check China’s rapid military expansion, Abe made the strategic decision to align Japan’s future with India—a fellow democracy with over a century of cultural goodwill dating back to Okakura Tenshin and Rabindranath Tagore.

A "Communion of Souls" with PM Modi: Abe’s strategic decision transformed into a deep personal friendship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. PM Modi later penned the moving tribute "My Friend Abe-san" and hosted former First Lady Akie Abe for an emotional 40-minute meeting in New Delhi

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