Prime Minister Abe's press conference Main remarks [Updated from time to time] June 18, 18:11

Prime Minister Abe holds a press conference at the Prime Minister's official residence from around 6 pm on the 18th.

That is the main statement. [Updated from time to time]

Mr. and Mrs. Hosei Kawai arrested

"I am very sorry for the arrest of an incumbent member of parliament, who belongs to our party. As a person once appointed as the Minister of Justice, I am keenly aware of its responsibility. I deeply apologize to all the people," he apologized. .. On top of that, he said, "With this opportunity, we firmly accept the stern eyes of the people, and we, the members of the Diet, think again that we should correct the collar ourselves."