"Promotion of Digitization to Break Vertically Divided Administration" Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato Sunday Debate September 20, 12:25

In NHK's "Sunday Debate," Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato, as a cabinet that works for the people, aims to balance measures against the new corona virus and socio-economic activities, and breaks down precedents and vertically divided administration. He emphasized that he will produce results in issues such as the promotion of digitalization.

In this, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato said, "Aiming to be a cabinet that works and works for the people, first of all, we will strive to balance measures against new coronavirus infections and socio-economic activities. Recipients of administrative services I would like to proceed with reforms from the perspective of the people, break down the precedents and the vertical division of government offices, promote digitalization, and answer each issue one by one. "



In addition, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato commented on additional economic measures, saying, "Infectious diseases have a great influence on the economy, so I would like to take necessary measures while carefully assessing the situation. It is also urgent to utilize reserve funds. In some cases, it is necessary. Furthermore, it is natural that there will be discussions about what to do with the economic measures themselves. I would like to carefully consider the current situation and future trends within the government. " It was.

▽ Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications Takeda commented on the reduction of mobile phone charges, saying, "I would like businesses to make efforts with the goal of reducing prices close to international standards. Currently, the three major companies are in an oligopolistic state, and they have technological capabilities and rewards. The entry of new businesses and the healthy competition will lead to price reductions. We must seriously consider how to create that environment. "



▽ Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Tamura said about the insurance coverage of infertility treatment, "Infertility treatment is still partially covered by insurance, but when in vitro fertilization or artificial insemination is included, the effect and safety etc. Based on this, we must decide the scope of application. We are considering expanding the scope of the subsidy, and until the insurance is applied, we would like to somehow alleviate the burden by expanding the subsidy. " Said.



▽ Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Nogami said, "We would like to aim to realize an agriculture, forestry and fisheries industry that the younger generation can entrust with the future. We will promote efforts to increase the export of agriculture, forestry and fishery products and foods to 5 trillion yen in 2030, and the production base. We will promote "smart agriculture, forestry and fisheries" by strengthening and fostering and securing leaders. We would like to promote various reforms that will lead to income improvement for agriculture, forestry and fisheries and revitalization of rural areas and fishing villages. " I did.



▽ The Minister of Defense Kishi commented on the new policy regarding missile prevention, saying, "Regarding the strengthening of deterrence, after reorganizing the government's awareness of issues and the status of consideration, we will comply with international law within the scope of the Constitution and will be dedicated to it. Based on the idea of ​​defense, I would like to show a certain idea by the end of the year. I have not decided anything on the alternative of "Aegis Ashore" yet, but I would like to diligently consider it. " It was.



▽ Minister in charge of digital reform Hirai said about the establishment of the Digital Agency, "Corona was a" digital defeat "because it could not fully use the world's leading optical fiber network and communication network. The Digital Agency will carry out regulatory reform. It is a symbol and a pillar of a new growth strategy. We will collect all budgets from the request stage to the Digital Agency and narrow down the wisdom of each ministry to create the best system for the people. "