Regarding the Tokyo Olympics, which ended on the 8th, Minister of State for Special Missions Marukawa said at a press conference that he had taken thorough measures against the new coronavirus at the Games and recognized that it did not lead to the spread of infection.

In this, the Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Marukawa said, "I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for the cooperation and efforts of the people involved in the Games, volunteers, and medical professionals who have successfully completed the Games for the Tokyo Olympic Games, which ended on the 8th." rice field.



On that basis, regarding measures against the new coronavirus at the Olympic Games, "Regular inspections of athletes and tournament officials, strict behavior management, health management, and other epidemic prevention measures were thoroughly implemented in cooperation with the Organizing Committee. As of yesterday, of the approximately 43,000 foreign immigrants, a total of 151 were positive, with no serious illnesses, and we believe that holding the Olympic Games has not contributed to the spread of the infection. I have. "



In addition, regarding the treatment of the Paralympic spectators, by the start of August 24, the idea of ​​making a decision in consultation with the Organizing Committee, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, and the IPC = International Paralympic Committee was repeated.