"Infection is spreading in a big downtown area" Nishimura Economic Revitalization Minister August 1 18:17
At the press conference, Minister of Economic Rehabilitation Nishimura said, "The level of infection in Japan has remained at a high level. We will continue to carefully analyze the situation of infection not only in Tokyo but also in Aichi, Osaka, Fukuoka and other prefectures. I would like to hear the opinions of the experts."
In addition, he revealed that he had talked individually with Governor Omura of Aichi Prefecture and Governor Tamaki of Okinawa Prefecture on the 1st by phone and exchanged opinions on infection prevention measures etc.
He added, "The situation is that infections are spreading in large downtown areas, mainly in restaurants that are entertaining. Somehow, we are strengthening measures that focus on areas and industries, and providing support funds to companies that cooperate with us. I would like to see a declining trend, and I would like to provide various kinds of support as a country."