Consultation on cancellation of emergency declaration by the 39 prefectures New Coronavirus May 14 10:43
An "advisory committee" has just begun, in which the government consults with experts to lift the declaration of an emergency. The government consulted an advisory committee made up of infectious disease specialists, etc. about the policy of canceling in 39 prefectures in total, excluding 8 prefectures such as Tokyo and Osaka.
The government plans to cancel the emergency declaration in 39 prefectures on the 14th, excluding 8 prefectures such as Tokyo and Osaka.
Prior to this, the “Advisory Committee” to hear opinions from infectious disease specialists started around 10:30 am.
The Minister of Economic Rehabilitation Nishimura attended the committee and consulted the government policy.
After hearing the opinions of the Advisory Committee, the government will make a preliminary report and question at the House of Representatives Steering Committee of both Houses of Representatives.
Then, on the night of the 14th, Prime Minister Abe will hold a press conference and explain the reasons for the cancellation, and then officially decide to cancel the declaration at the countermeasures headquarters.