At a press conference, Mr. Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization, said that the new mutated coronavirus was confirmed in each country. "I would like to consider including the flexible strengthening of border measures, taking into account the situation in each country." Said.
He added, "The National Institute of Infectious Diseases is proceeding with research and development to analyze the gene of the virus as soon as possible, so we ask that you examine as many samples as possible and take action to determine if it is a mutant species." ..
On the other hand, regarding the Act on Special Measures Against the New Coronavirus, "I think that the government's subcommittee has generally understood the need for revision. We are also considering conducting hearings from administrative law experts. We would like to accelerate the examination so that it can be more effective. "