The chairman of a prominent Japanese business lobby, Takeshi Niinami, recently presented Prime Minister Fumio Kishida with almost 600 signatures in support of a declaration aimed at achieving a diverse society that includes SGM ("Sexual and Gender Minority"). The declaration, primarily compiled by Chairman Niinami from the Japan Association of Corporate Executives (Keizai Doyukai), emphasizes the significance of fostering a culture where individuals of diverse backgrounds can thrive, regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, or disability. It further states that the business leaders in Japan are committed to spearheading organizational changes and collaborating with key stakeholders to implement these changes on a broader societal level. To urge the Japanese government into action, the initiative sought support from business executives and other association members, ultimately gathering 568 signatures. Notably, senior executives from Japan-bas...