President Mimura of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry met with Liberal Democratic Party Deputy Governor Aso and Secretary General Motegi, saying that rising import prices due to the tightening situation in Ukraine and the rapid appreciation of the yen are having an adverse effect on the management of small and medium-sized enterprises. , Called for stronger measures by the government.
On the morning of the 21st, President Mimura of the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry met with party leaders such as Vice President Aso of the Liberal Democratic Party and Secretary General Motegi at a hotel in Tokyo.
Among them, Chairman Mimura commented on the business environment of small and medium-sized enterprises: "The invasion of Ukraine is accelerating the rise in raw material and resource prices. According to a survey by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, more than 20% of companies have already affected their management. I am. "
In addition, he emphasized that "in addition, the sharp depreciation of the yen has directly hit the management of small and medium-sized enterprises in the region," and the government has taken measures such as stimulating demand and optimizing transaction prices with major companies. I asked for strengthening.
In response, Mr. Mogi said, "Crude oil prices continue to rise due to the tightening situation in Ukraine, and it is necessary to take immediate action to raise funds for small and medium-sized enterprises. If we can take urgent measures to deal with the issues, this afternoon I would like to have a meeting between the ruling parties and organize it within the month. "
Mr. Mogi also requested support for the Liberal Democratic Party in the summer Upper House election, saying that establishing a stable government is essential to deal with difficult issues both inside and outside Japan.