The highest number of people infected with corona, Prime Minister Suga "We will take all possible measures" November 20, 11:59
While the number of people infected with the new coronavirus has reached a record high in Japan, Prime Minister Suga said at the House of Councilors plenary session that he was "in a situation of maximum caution" and is looking ahead to improve the medical care provision system. , He expressed his intention to take all possible measures in close cooperation with local governments.
At the House of Councilors plenary session, Prime Minister Suga also attended and explained the purpose of the "Vaccination Law Amendment" and asked questions in order to establish a system for smooth vaccination of the new corona virus.
The Constitutional Democratic Party has said that the government's "Go To Campaign," such as "Go To Travel," which stimulates tourism demand, should be reviewed in light of the spread of infection.
In response, Prime Minister Suga said, "It is basic to take proper measures against infection and then support travel and eating and drinking damaged by the new coronavirus to achieve both infection control and economic recovery. This is a way of thinking. We have reviewed the system while listening to the opinions of experts and the field, and we will continue to operate it appropriately in the future. "
The Komeito said that the number of infected people is increasing nationwide, which is affecting socio-economic activities and medical institutions, and that it is urgent to take measures that are close to the anxiety of the people.
In response, Prime Minister Suga said, "The number of new positives has exceeded 2,000 nationwide, the highest number ever, and we are in a situation of maximum caution. We dispatched staff to areas where the infection has spread to secure beds. We are making adjustments, etc., and will proceed with the development of the medical care provision system as soon as possible. Based on our strong determination to protect the lives and health of the people, we will take all possible measures in close cooperation with local governments. I will go. "