Nationwide Governor's Conference Discussions on re-expansion of new coronavirus infection June 4 13:15
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The National Governor's Meeting was held online, and opinions were exchanged over measures to prepare for the spread of the new coronavirus.
First, Governor Iizumi of Tokushima Prefecture, who is the chairman of the Governor's Association of Japan, said, "The emergency declaration has been lifted, and we have entered a new phase of coexistence with Corona. I want to collect and prepare."
Following the exchange of opinions, Governor Koike of Tokyo said, "We must be prepared to fight the virus for a long time. The number of infected people in airport quarantine is increasing, and there are international airports. We would like to request strengthening of border measures in the Tokyo metropolitan area."
Governor Suzuki of Hokkaido pointed out that "Hokkaido is the only municipality that has experienced the second wave. It is necessary to carry out effective tests so that infected people can be detected early in hospitals and welfare facilities with many elderly people." Did.
On the other hand, Governor Kono of Miyazaki Prefecture said, "Related industries such as transportation operators and hotel accommodation operators are greatly affected. In addition to the timing and content of the "Go To Campaign" consumption stimulus measures, I want you to show the way."
After that, at the meeting, it was confirmed that the "Japan Revitalization Declaration Overcoming Corona" was adopted, such as "Rebuild Japan from the Greatest Post-War Crisis and Open a New Era".
Government strengthens quarantine, etc.
Governor Koike of Tokyo said, "There were 196 cases of infection confirmed in the quarantine at the airport. If you do not have the quarantine of the country at the water's edge and the immigration control checked, you will eventually take measures when it spreads. Is a local government. I would like the National Governors' Association to work hard."
"The spread of infectious diseases has brought about great changes. It is also a great opportunity to change social behavior patterns such as online education and telework, so we want to build a foundation for sustainable national development together." Said.
"Continuous cooperation with local governments" Chief Cabinet Secretary
At the press conference, Chief Cabinet Secretary Suga said in a press conference about collaboration with local governments in efforts to prevent infections. ``The governor's association and other local government officials have worked closely with the government and exchanged information, etc. In the future, we would like to establish a new lifestyle to avoid the three densities and to gradually increase the level of socio-economic activity while controlling the risk of infection. I would like to work closely together."