Secretary-General Secretary Futenma relocated to Henoko `` Danger removal is extremely important '' December 26 14:17
Regarding the relocation of the U.S. Army's Futenma base in Okinawa, a review of the design following the ground improvement was expected to significantly delay the return of the base, and Secretary Kan Kan steadily proceeded with the construction and relocated the base. He emphasized the idea of making every effort to eliminate the dangers before the accident.
Over the plan to relocate the U.S. Army Futenma base in Okinawa to Henoko, Nago City, the Ministry of Defense took about 12 years to complete the design due to a major ground improvement, and the time to return the base was significantly delayed and the 2030s The prospect of becoming.
At this time, Secretary-General Suga said at a press conference, "Concerning the construction period, etc., we are working hard to reduce the construction work while adding ground improvement work, and it is sufficient and reasonable."
"When considering the deterrence of the Japan-US Alliance and the elimination of danger at Futenma Airfield, relocation of Henoko is the only solution, and steadily proceeding with construction will lead to a full return as soon as possible." I said.
On the other hand, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kan said, "We know that hazard removal before relocation is a very important issue," and emphasized our commitment to removing hazards before relocating the base. .