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'''Abe Shinzo''' (born 安倍 晋三 on September 21, 1954) is the current Prime Minister of [[Japan]], and is the president of the [[Liberal Democratic Party of Japan]]. The Liberal Democratic Party of Japan differs vastly from the [[Democratic Party]] of the United States. In Japan, liberalism adheres to the understanding of liberal and democratic values as outlined in [[Jeffersonian Democracy]], and are thus closer to [[libertarian]] values.

'''Abe Shinzo''' (born 安倍 晋三, 21 September 1954 - 8 July 2022) was the Prime Minister of [[Japan]], and was the president of the [[Liberal Democratic Party of Japan]]. The Liberal Democratic Party of Japan differs vastly from the [[Democratic Party]] of the United States. In Japan, liberalism adheres to the understanding of liberal and democratic values as outlined in [[Jeffersonian Democracy]], and are thus closer to [[libertarian]] values.

Abe is known for his [[conservative]] views on a number of issues, and his numerous libertarian actions. Abe has also promoted nationalist policies as prime minister,<ref>[https://www.breitbart.com/news/abe-nationalist-blueblood-at-home-shrewd-diplomat-abroad/ Abe: Nationalist blueblood at home, shrewd diplomat abroad]. ''Breitbart News''. October 22, 2017. Retrieved October 22, 2017.</ref> and he supports low [[immigration]] levels.<ref>Williams, Thomas D. (November 29, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/11/29/japan-confirms-its-policy-of-minimal-immigration-to-defend-culture-jobs/ Japan Confirms its Policy of Minimal Immigration to Defend Culture, Jobs]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved November 29, 2017.</ref> A [[nationalist]], Abe and his cabinet have taken an unapologetic stance toward their country and its history.<ref>Sieg, Linda (August 8, 2019). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-southkorea-japan-labourers-history-an/japan-led-by-less-apologetic-generation-stays-tough-in-south-korea-feud-idUSKCN1UY1BA Japan, led by less apologetic generation, stays tough in South Korea feud]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved August 8, 2019.</ref> He has supported a strong defense policy.<ref>Multiple references:

Abe is known for his [[conservative]] views on a number of issues, and his numerous libertarian actions. Abe has also promoted nationalist policies as prime minister,<ref>[https://www.breitbart.com/news/abe-nationalist-blueblood-at-home-shrewd-diplomat-abroad/ Abe: Nationalist blueblood at home, shrewd diplomat abroad]. ''Breitbart News''. October 22, 2017. Retrieved October 22, 2017.</ref> and he supports low [[immigration]] levels.<ref>Williams, Thomas D. (November 29, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/11/29/japan-confirms-its-policy-of-minimal-immigration-to-defend-culture-jobs/ Japan Confirms its Policy of Minimal Immigration to Defend Culture, Jobs]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved November 29, 2017.</ref> A [[nationalist]], Abe and his cabinet have taken an unapologetic stance toward their country and its history.<ref>Sieg, Linda (August 8, 2019). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-southkorea-japan-labourers-history-an/japan-led-by-less-apologetic-generation-stays-tough-in-south-korea-feud-idUSKCN1UY1BA Japan, led by less apologetic generation, stays tough in South Korea feud]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved August 8, 2019.</ref> He has supported a strong defense policy.<ref>Multiple references:

On November 20, 2019, Abe became Japan's longest-serving prime minister.<ref>Sieg, Linda (November 19, 2019). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-japan-abe/japans-abe-becomes-longest-serving-pm-as-scandal-allegations-persist-idUSKBN1XU06I Japan's Abe becomes longest serving PM as scandal allegations persist]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved November 19, 2019.</ref><ref>Yamaguchi, Mari (November 20, 2019). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/nov/20/abe-becomes-japans-longest-serving-prime-minister/ Abe becomes Japan’s longest-serving prime minister]. ''The Washington Times'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved November 20, 2019.</ref>

On November 20, 2019, Abe became Japan's longest-serving prime minister.<ref>Sieg, Linda (November 19, 2019). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-japan-abe/japans-abe-becomes-longest-serving-pm-as-scandal-allegations-persist-idUSKBN1XU06I Japan's Abe becomes longest serving PM as scandal allegations persist]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved November 19, 2019.</ref><ref>Yamaguchi, Mari (November 20, 2019). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/nov/20/abe-becomes-japans-longest-serving-prime-minister/ Abe becomes Japan’s longest-serving prime minister]. ''The Washington Times'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved November 20, 2019.</ref>

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