Prime Minister dispatched to the SDF Middle East `` Independent contribution '' Considered visiting the Middle East at the beginning of the year December 27 19:25
Regarding the dispatch of the SDF to the Middle East, Prime Minister Abe emphasizes the idea of making his or her own contribution while ensuring the safety of SDF dispatched in commercial broadcasts, and launches a new year to explain Japan's efforts to related countries. Said he was considering a visit to the Middle East.
In this context, Prime Minister Abe commented on the dispatch of the Self-Defense Forces to the Middle East. "Japan relies on the Middle East for 90% of its oil imports, and it will be difficult if oil is cut off. We want to make a unique contribution to the safety of navigation and the stability of the region while securing this. "
Prime Minister Abe then stated that he would consider visiting the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, at the beginning of the year to explain Japan's efforts to related countries around Iran.
Prime Minister Abe related to the earlier Japan-South Korea summit meeting, saying, "Dialogues are always necessary and should be talked about because there are severe issues. President Moon Jae-in is extremely vulnerable. I am a gentleman and I hope to make a relationship that will allow me to meet more often. It is important that Korea make the right decision as a nation. "
In addition, Prime Minister Abe stated that the member of the House of Representatives Akimoto had been arrested. Was.
In addition, in relation to the development of IR = integrated resort facilities including casinos, "The casino management committee will be launched in January next year. It will be evaluated fairly and fairly as a highly independent management committee. I think. "
Prime Minister Abe was asked if he would extend his term as LDP Governor for the fourth term, but he said, "I have no idea at all." Taking the names of Secretary-General Suga and Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Kato as an example, "The LDP is a treasure trove of human resources. I hope the people of the Liberal Democratic Party will think," There are many people in the LDP. " "