House of Representatives Akimoto arrested Political reactions December 25, 17:08
Political reactions to Akimoto's House of Representatives arrest for allegedly receiving bribes from a Chinese company seeking to enter the IR.
Secretary-General Kan: "I am involved in the investigation and refrain from answering."
At a press conference, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kan said, "I would like to refrain from answering because it concerns the activities of investigative agencies, including whether or not this matter is related to IR. I want to make sure that we can make this happen. "
In addition, Secretary-General Suga commented on the contact between government officials and the business operator: "It may have been that IR officials from ministries and agencies heard stories from business operators to use as reference for system planning. However, contact with business operators is not strictly prohibited.The three governments should make appropriate decisions according to individual circumstances, taking into account administrative neutrality and public trust. " Was.
On the other hand, the casino management committee to be set up next month said, "Independent exercise of authority is guaranteed under the chairman and four members. The secretariat's staff are also under the direction of such committee. We believe that it will carry out specific tasks and ensure the fairness and neutrality of the casino regulations. "
Liberal Democratic Party Secretary-Second Floor "Resignation is a decision of the person himself"
The LDP secretary-general of the Liberal Democratic Party told reporters, "Rep. Akimoto accepted the party's intentions with respect to his intentions, since he would have issued a notice of withdrawal from the party because he would inconvenience the party. I am very sorry that I want to carefully monitor the progress of the investigation. " On the other hand, he said, "The impact on the administration must be monitored in the future, but because the Abe administration itself was not involved, I think it is a different issue." Mr. Nikai was asked by reporters about the necessity of resigning from the parliament, stating that "it is his own judgment", and that "there is a certain possibility" regarding the possibility of the Liberal Democratic Party returning in the future. .
Former Secretary-General of the Liberal Democrat Kawamura "I have no choice but to watch"
Former Chief Cabinet Secretary-General Kawamura, who is acting as chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party's second-ranking party to which Akimoto belongs, told NHK interviews: "Since there is no such example recently and he has been to the Deputy Minister, it has no effect on the administration of the government. I lie, but I have no choice but to watch now.If I am arrested, I think I will leave the party at the same time, but I do not immediately resign as a member of the Diet because she says "I am not involved" "
Liberal Democratic Party Mr. Moriyama "Arrest is heavy, but IR proceeds"
The Liberal Democratic Party's chairman of the National Assembly, Mr. Moriyama, told reporters, "The arrest is very serious. It is important to fulfill certain responsibilities as a legislative body because it is a rare event." He stated that he would consider taking measures, including holding a board meeting for the board of directors.
On the other hand, Mr. Moriyama commented, "Some local governments want to achieve regional development by attracting IRs, so it is important to proceed with them. Shall not. "
Liberal Democratic Party Mr. Kudo Sato "Possibility of pros and cons"
IR: A member of the bipartisan parliamentary federation promoting integrated resort facilities, Akira Sato, Vice Chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party, told the NHK interviewer, "I am shocked. Concerns have been raised over whether there will be any adverse effects on the promotion, although there may be controversy about IRs in the ordinary Diet session, but the Casino Management Committee will be fair and neutral to keep the public from raising doubts. We plan to proceed with the development in the future, and we would like to provide support. "
Former Liberal Defense Minister Nakatani "Let's explain itself"
Former defense minister of the Liberal Democratic Party, former Defense Minister Nakatani, told the NHK interview, "I have to correct the crown under Lee, besides bribery. I should explain my suspicions properly. Is serious. "
Ritsumin Chairman of the Residential Country `` Structural Issues Pursued by the Diet ''
"The arrest of the deputy minister in charge of IR and integrated resort facilities is a structural issue. The Abe administration has said that "revitalizing the local economy with casinos", but once again, we should go back to the starting point and recognize that casinos are a hotbed of fraud. "
National Tamaki representative "Thorough investigation"
At a news conference, the National Democratic Party's representative, Tamaki, said, "This is a very serious case, and indeed a case worthy of resignation from the parliament. We need to conduct a thorough investigation, and we would like to request that the Cabinet Committee and the Budget Committee conduct a closing review as soon as possible in order to verify the process of establishing the IR and integrated resort facilities including casinos. " Said.
Komei Yamaguchi Representative “Yuyukishi Situation”
"The arrest of an incumbent MP is regrettable and unfortunate. We must have them thoroughly elucidate the facts and then work on politics as a whole to restore public trust. "
Secretary-General Koike "Request for Resignation from Congress"
At a press conference, Communist Party Secretary Koike said, "In a grave situation, I ask Akimoto to resign as a member of the Diet. Prime Minister Abe, who has been nominated as a candidate for the LDP and has been appointed as Deputy Minister of the Cabinet Office, is not responsible. It's serious. "
Then, "It indicates the depth of the darkness of casino interests, and a thorough clarification is necessary. As a duty of the Diet, the ruling party will conduct a review during the closing of the Cabinet Committee in the House of Representatives and the House of Representatives, and conduct a full clarification I want to ask the side. "
Governor Yoshimura of Osaka "What is not allowed"
Governor Yoshimura of Osaka Prefecture, aiming to attract IR, told reporters, "Incumbent MPs should not have been arrested for IR business.
Governor Yoshimura, on the 24th, emphasized the idea that Osaka Prefecture, which has begun recruiting businesses, will work with Osaka City to proceed with the procedure, focusing on fairness and transparency. Governor Yoshimura was asked by reporters whether this arrest would affect the IR invitation schedule. "I can't say anything because the government decides, but there is a problem with lawmakers. I don't think there is a problem in the IR business itself, and I want the state to follow proper procedures. "
Mayor Hayashi of Yokohama "Promote fairness and neutrality to achieve IR"
Fumiko Hayashi, the mayor of Yokohama, who is aiming to attract IRs including casinos, commented on the arrest of Rep. Akimoto and commented, "Brithing should be taken strictly because it should not be the case." "Yokohama City is responding appropriately to business operators, and will continue to promote fairness and neutrality to achieve IR, as before."