A year after the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons came into effect, an online event was held to examine the Japanese government's response to nuclear disarmament, and young people and experts exchanged opinions.
The event was held by the "Nuclear Weapons Abolition Japan NGO Liaison Committee" created by A-bomb survivor groups and NGOs.
Regarding the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, the government has said that it is not realistic because nuclear-weapon states such as the United States have not joined, and has been cautious about attending the first Conference of the Parties scheduled to be held in March. increase.
Regarding these measures, the young people in Hiroshima and Nagasaki praised Prime Minister Kishida's remarks in the Diet, etc., recognizing the importance of the treaty. It has not led to action. "
In addition, Yasuyoshi Komizo, a former diplomat who has experience in charge of nuclear disarmament, said, "There are many things that Japan can do, such as telling the damage of nuclear weapons. You should be able to attend the meeting, "he said, saying that he should find a way to join the observer.
In response to this exchange of opinions, the co-representative of the Liaison Committee, Terumi Tanaka, the representative of the Japan Confederation of Atomic Bomb Victims, said, "It is important to make people aware that the treaty is in effect. I want people to discuss and promote discussions on the abolition of nuclear weapons in Japan and around the world. "