"Staggered attendance and teleworking to the industry" METI, February 25, 9:55 am
Before the government decides on basic measures for the new coronavirus on May 25, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama will actively work on staggered work and telework in industry to prevent the spread of infection. Showed the idea to ask.
Minister Kajiyama told reporters, "In order to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, it is effective to disseminate staggered work and telework throughout the society. I will strengthen it. "
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry is calling on economic organizations and companies to use work and telecommuting during busy hours and to create an environment where people with poor physical conditions can take a break.
Minister Kajiyama commented on the sharp decline in stock prices around the world due to concerns about the spread of infection, "Minister Kajiyama carefully monitors the situation, including stock prices. However, we will consider future countermeasures while monitoring the progress and trends of the situation. "