Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Nogami said that supermarkets and other businesses will continue to operate even in areas where an emergency has been declared, and called for calm purchasing behavior, refraining from excessive hoarding of food.
Following the declaration of an emergency in one of the three prefectures in the Tokyo metropolitan area, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries opened a countermeasures headquarters for the new coronavirus.
In this, Minister Nogami said, "Even in areas where an emergency declaration has been issued, supermarkets and convenience stores will continue to operate, so please do not stock up or rush to buy, and take calm purchasing behavior." It was.
At the meeting of the Countermeasures Headquarters, in order to ensure a stable supply of food, we will investigate the situation of prices and distribution, respond promptly if a situation such as shortage occurs, and grasp the impact on agriculture, forestry and fisheries and food related industries. I confirmed that I would make an effort.