Tarō Asō
B- Birthday
- September 20, 1940
- Age
- 85
- Height
- 5'8" (173 cm)
- Net Worth
- $100M
About
Tarō Asō is a Japanese politician who served as Prime Minister of Japan from 2008 to 2009. A member of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), he also held the positions of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance from 2012 to 2021. He was the longest-serving Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance in Japanese history. Asō previously served as Minister for Foreign Affairs from 2005 to 2007 and as Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications from 2003 to 2005.
Career Timeline
Elected to Parliament
Asō is elected to the Japanese parliament, leveraging his family's wealth and influence.
Minister for Foreign Affairs
Asō becomes Minister for Foreign Affairs, increasing his visibility and access to resources.
Becomes Prime Minister
Asō becomes Prime Minister of Japan, increasing his influence and power.
Loses Election
Asō's party loses the election, stepping down as Prime Minister but retaining significant wealth.
Deputy Prime Minister
Asō becomes Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, regaining significant influence.
Steps Down from Positions
Asō steps down as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, maintaining substantial wealth.
Influential LDP Figure
Asō remains an influential figure in the LDP, with income from investments and political connections.
