I am delighted to have the opportunity to deliver a keynote address to you today. This is the first "Science and Technology in Society Forum" to be held and it is being attended by opinion leaders of all sectors of society from around the world. I am sure it will be a forum that will open a new page in humankind's knowledge activities. As Prime Minister of Japan, the country hosting the STS Forum, I would like to welcome all of you. Since becoming prime minister, I have focused my energies into promoting science and technology. This is based on my belief that environmental protection and economic development are mutually achievable, and that it is science and technology that has the power to realize these dual goals.
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