"Emergency Economic Measures Exceeding the Lehman Shock" Hurry, Economic Revival Minister on March 29 12:37
Minister Nishimura, the Minister for Economic Revitalization, said in an NHK Sunday discussion, including cash payments to individuals whose incomes had dropped sharply due to the spread of the new coronavirus, an emergency economy that exceeded the level of the Lehman Shock. He showed his thought to rush to formulate the measures.
In this context, Prime Minister Nishimura said, `` Individual incomes have dropped sharply so that those who have severe feelings will go to support, in connection with the emergency economic measures ordered by Prime Minister Abe to formulate. Businesses and small and medium-sized people are very strict and are willing to pay for the benefits. " He showed his thoughts on urgent decision.
Regarding the decision on whether to make an “Emergency Declaration”, “It is important to firmly control infections where links are not visible and cases of returnees from abroad. Yes. "
Then, "If a" declaration "is issued, the prefectural governor can request and refrain from going out and restrict use of facilities. However, there is no penalty, and strong enforcement like overseas It is legally difficult to deter, but a significant part will be deterred. "
In addition, Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Kato commented on the medical system, saying, "The worst thing is that the number of fatalities is increasing because it cannot accommodate severely ill patients. It is necessary to take a thorough approach, such as staying in the hospital for those with severe illness and those who are mild or asymptomatic in order to secure their homes or alternative dormitories and wait. "