Regarding the extension of the state of emergency until the 31st of this month, Governor Koike of Tokyo said at a press conference, "Because the infectivity of the mutant virus is particularly strong, it is necessary to suppress it now." He showed the idea of continuing to work hard.
In this, Governor Koike commented on the extension of the state of emergency, saying, "We will continue to suppress it until May 31, and now that the infectivity of the mutant virus is particularly strong, we need to suppress it now. Anyway, now. Instead of loosening it, we will continue to take measures against corona. "
On top of that, regarding the current measures such as requesting closures to restaurants and large commercial facilities that serve alcohol, "As a result of accumulating knowledge and cooperating with the key points, we are suppressing the flow of people. However, it is necessary to seek effective methods. "
In response to the question as to whether the request for large-scale commercial facilities will continue in the request for leave, he said, "We are currently considering that."
In addition, Governor Koike said, "I think there are people who say,'Is it an extension again?' It's a pain to ask for an extension again, but let's move on together. The declaration will be extended until May 31st. But if the results are good, I think it's possible to beat them forward. "
From 7:30 pm on the 7th, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government will hold a "Countermeasures Headquarters Meeting" to formally decide what measures to take during the extension period of the state of emergency.
After that, Governor Koike will hold an extraordinary press conference from 8:00 pm to explain the details of the measures and call for cooperation.