“The Northern Teshima Sightseeing Tour Postponement is on the Russian Side” Deputy Secretary of the Secretariat Oct. 9 12:30
Regarding the postponement of a pilot sightseeing tour that was scheduled for the first time in order to promote joint economic activities on the northern islands, Deputy Secretary Nishimura said that the postponement was due to the circumstances of the Russian side. He expressed his intention to proceed with the relevant parties promptly.
In order to promote joint economic activities on the northern four islands, the government decided to conduct the first pilot sightseeing tour around Kunashiri Island and Etorofu Island from the 11th, but it will be postponed on the 8th at the request of the Russian side It was decided.
Regarding this, Vice Secretary Nishimura said at the press conference in the morning, “After receiving a report from the Russian side, we adjusted with the diplomatic route, but in the situation where departure is just before, we conducted a tour as a result of discussions with related ministries and agencies. Decided to postpone. "
In addition, "The reason is due to the situation on the Russian side. I would like to make adjustments as soon as possible after discussions with the relevant parties as soon as possible. It was.