Regarding the new regiment of the Ground Self-Defense Force's Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade planned by the Ministry of Defense, Governor Nakamura of Nagasaki Prefecture met with Minister of Defense Kishi on the 2nd and deployed it in the prefecture as it can be expected to increase the population and revitalize the economy. I asked you to do it.
The Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade of the Ground Self-Defense Force, which defends remote islands, is currently deploying the 1st and 2nd Regiments at the Aiura Regiment in Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture, and the Ministry of Defense is proceeding with a plan to form a new 3rd Regiment. I will.
Regarding this, Governor Nakamura of Nagasaki Prefecture visited the Ministry of Defense on the 2nd and met with Minister of Defense Kishi, saying, "A new deployment will be a great opportunity for regional development," and will deploy a new regiment in the prefecture. I asked.
In response, Minister Kishi said, "The location and timing of the deployment are under consideration and have not been decided at this time. We would like to continue to consider the reorganization of troops, the placement of garrison and bases, and the posture."
After the meeting, Governor Nakamura told reporters, "By having SDF personnel stationed there, we can feel reassured in the area as a prefecture with many remote islands near the border. In addition, the population is declining in the remote island areas and the situation is severe. I hope that it will also be a catalyst for regional revitalization. "