Prior to the addition of areas to which priority measures such as spread prevention were applied, the Diet had a preliminary report by the government and questions by each party.

Liberal Democratic Party Niwa "What are the precautions for infection control of Omicron strains?"

Hideki Niwa of the Liberal Democratic Party asked, "We need to be on the lookout for infection with Omicron strains. We need to take sharp measures, but I would like to hear the precautions."



Yamagiwa, the Minister in Charge of Japan's Corona, said, "There is a high risk of having a large number of people talking loudly without wearing a mask. Even if you look at the examples of other countries, this control is effective, and it takes time as a priority measure. Dividing the number of people is a sharp response. "

Mr. Yoshida Ritsumin "What is the percentage of breakthroughs?"

Harumi Yoshida of the Constitutional Democratic Party asked, "What is the percentage of so-called breakthroughs that infect the Omicron strain even after two vaccinations?"



"According to the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, as of January 12, of the 191 cases of infection for which clinical information was available, 145 cases were vaccinated twice, accounting for 75.9%," said Minister Yamagiwa. Said.

Komeito Shiota "Needs consideration for small and medium-sized enterprises"

Mr. Hiroaki Shiota of the Komeito said, "In addition to so-called essential workers, it is necessary to consider small and medium-sized enterprises that have difficulty in securing alternative personnel, as targets for close contacts to be able to cancel the waiting in 6 days." rice field.



Minister Yamagiwa said, "Even now, for example, small and medium-sized enterprises that play a very important part in the supply chain have a scheme that is recognized as an essential worker. I want to advertise. "

Mr. Higashi Ishin "If the daily test is negative, you should consider shortening the period."

Mr. Toru Azuma of the Nippon Ishin no Kai said, "We shortened the waiting period to 10 days, but it is a long period to move the economy quickly. If the test is negative every day, we will shorten the period. Should be considered. "



Minister Yamagiwa said, "I basically agree, but I have to make a decision after accumulating scientific evidence. While looking at whether the period can be shortened and how much impact it will have on society in combination with inspections. I have to do it. "

Mr. Hamano, "We should present the convergence factor of the 5th wave to the people."

Yoshifumi Hamano of the Democratic Party for the People said, "We should explain the factors behind the convergence of the 5th wave in a little more detail and show the people what kind of effect it has."



Minister Yamagiwa said, "The discussions at the expert meeting of the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare have also been announced, but I think that it is pointed out that it is not the case if the general public can see and understand it. How can I explain it more politely? I want you to take it home. "

Communist Mr. Shiokawa "Infection information of residents outside the U.S. military base is not provided to Okinawa Prefecture"

Tetsuya Shiokawa of the Communist Party said, "Infection information for residents outside the U.S. military base is not provided to Okinawa Prefecture. It is a structural problem brought about by the Japan-US status agreement that grants privileged status." ..



Minister Yamagiwa said, "Rather, we are in the process of discussing the spread of infection at the Japan-US Joint Committee based on the Japan-US Status of Forces Agreement, and continuing to do so is the most appropriate form for the scene." I did.