Mr. Akishino attended the 110th anniversary commemorative ceremony of the Saiseikai, which conducts medical and welfare activities nationwide, and spoke his words.
"Saiseikai" is Japan's largest social welfare corporation established by Emperor Meiji to save people in need by medical treatment, and is chaired by Mr. Akishinomiya.
On the 27th, a ceremony was held at the Meiji Kinenkan in Minato-ku, Tokyo to commemorate the 110th anniversary of its founding last year, and support activities in areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake and heavy rains in western Japan were reported.
Next, Mr. Akishino aimed at activities in the disaster area, and regarding the response to the new coronavirus, "The staff of each facility is always at risk of infection, but the mission is to work together to save as many lives as possible. I was deeply impressed by the feeling and dedication to medical care. "
There were also expectations for the project being promoted by the Saiseikai to support people who are in need of living due to the spread of infection.