New Corona Infected Person "Currently not in rapid increase" Chief Cabinet Secretary July 2 12:28

Regarding the confirmation of new cases of new coronaviruses in Tokyo for more than 50 days in 6 consecutive days, Chief Cabinet Secretary Suga said that the number of new infections is at the same level as late March this year. , At the moment, he said that he is not in a rapid increase trend, and he continued to pay close attention.

The number of new infections with the new coronavirus was confirmed to be the highest in 67 people since the declaration of emergency was lifted in Tokyo on the 1st, and exceeded 50 people for 6 consecutive days.

In response to this, Chief Cabinet Secretary Suga at a press conference on the morning of the 2nd said, ``The results of having actively inspected by concentrated contacts and related persons at stores where infection was confirmed, such as restaurants with entertainment, were quite significant. It is also true that there are many young people under the age of 40, and we will continue to work closely with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to work to prevent the spread of infection and achieve socio-economic activities at the same time."

Also, regarding the number of newly infected people to be at the same level as in late March, Chief Cabinet Secretary Suga said, "At the moment, it is not in a rising trend like in late March," and continues. He showed the idea of ​​keeping an eye on the infection situation.