Explaining the current situation and countermeasures of the new corona to Their Majesties Chairman Omi of the subcommittee November 14, 6:29
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress were briefed by Shigeru Omi, chairman of the government subcommittee, on the current situation and necessary measures as the infection of the new coronavirus continued to spread.
Their Majesties have received detailed explanations from experts in various fields as the effects of the spread of the new coronavirus continue.
On the 13th, Chairman Shigeru Omi of the government subcommittee visited their Majesties' residences and gave an explanation for about 1 hour and 45 minutes beyond the scheduled time after 5 pm.
In this, His Majesty the Emperor expressed his enthusiasm for the efforts of infectious disease control experts such as government subcommittees.
Then, when Chairman Omi explained that the domestic infection situation was entering a severe phase, Their Majesties listened enthusiastically and asked many questions.
Also, in response to the explanation that measures are needed to overcome this winter as the infection spreads, Their Majesties said, "Now is very important."
Chairman Omi said, "In addition to national policy, people's consciousness and way of thinking are also important factors. At this time, the whole country and society can work together to prevent infection. I want to send a message. "