China News Service, January 18-According to Kyodo News, Japan's 204th regular National Assembly opened on the 18th and Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga delivered a policy speech.
Regarding the emergency declarations issued to 11 prefectures and counties due to the new crown epidemic, he stated that he "will get rid of the fourth stage (the most severe epidemic) as soon as possible."
In addition, he also expressed that he looks forward to cooperating with President-elect Biden of the United States.
Data map: Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga.
Regarding the new crown epidemic, Suga Yoshihide called for the realization of a society full of "reassurance" and "hope" for the people.
In view of the emergency of the medical system, he said that he "will push forward vigorously" to secure beds and other tasks.
In order to improve the effectiveness of measures to shorten the business hours of restaurants, Yoshihide Suga stated that he will strive to submit amendments to the New Crown Special Measures Act that include compensation and penalties as soon as possible.
In addition, Yoshihide Suga put forward the goal of Japan to start vaccination against the new crown in late February.
In his speech, Yoshihide Suga expressed his determination to host the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games in the summer.
Yoshihide Suga positions "green" and "digital" as the "primary power" of economic growth.
In the green strategy, in addition to financial market reforms, Japan will set up a 2 trillion yen environmental fund to promote companies to accelerate technological research and development with a maximum tax deduction of 10%.
Regarding diplomacy and defense, Yoshihide Suga stated that before the 26th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP26) in November, he will propose to achieve the "proactive 2030 goal", and greenhouse gas emissions will be higher than in 2013. A reduction of 26%.
Talking about Japan-US relations, Suga said that he hopes to hold talks with Biden at an early date and cooperate closely.
Regarding the "cherry blossom viewing party," Yoshihide Suga apologized for defending former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe when he was Chief Cabinet Secretary, and apologized for an inconsistent reply, but did not mention the issue of "politics and money" itself.
Regarding the amendment of the constitution, he expressed his expectation for the discussion in the constitution review committee.