Discussion on additional economic measures accompanying the spread of infection NHK Sunday debate March 15 12:03

In response to the spread of the new coronavirus, NHK's "Sunday Discussion" raised the opinion that both the ruling and opposition parties needed additional economic measures.

"I think the following will be in the form of a supplementary budget, but it is necessary to work with the opposition parties to create a supplementary budget that is safe for the people. You need to think about various things, such as giving coupons and points so that you can go sightseeing in the area, and of course the income is falling, including what to do with it, including tax reduction. "

"I think the business sentiment in February is extremely severe and is on par with the Great East Japan Earthquake and the Lehman Shock. The most uncertainty about how long this will last is uncertain It is an element and it is necessary to launch bold economic measures. "

"To protect the lives and livelihoods of the people, it is necessary to prioritize policies and dig deeper. In order to protect small and medium-sized enterprises with weak financial resources, it is easy to take measures to protect the lives and lives of the people. It should be implemented as soon as possible, and it is necessary to increase support for the child-rearing generation and reduce or reduce utility bills. "

"The consumption tax hike will slow down the economy as a whole, and if you do not take drastic measures, the economy will not be viable. Tax reductions, benefits, and compensation for revenue reductions are 10 trillion yen each, for a total of 30 trillion yen. We have to take measures on a trillion yen scale. For the time being, we need to pay about 100,000 yen per person. "

"The impact of reduced inbound demand is on hotels and restaurants, which are effective in raising cash, but are not adequately compensated for holidays. You need to build. "

"We must boldly support small and medium-sized enterprises in raising cash. We must increase the subsidies for those who have taken time off from work to broaden the scope of the program and allow them to take a break." Must. "