Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato expressed his intention to actively support potential fields such as digital and green over the growth strategy based on the spread of the new coronavirus infection.

Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato and Minister for Economic Revitalization Nishimura attended the Growth Strategy Conference held at the Prime Minister's Office, and exchanged opinions on the future growth strategy.



In this, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato said, "In areas with potential growth such as digital, green, and healthcare, which are driving the economy even under the corona disaster, we will promote aggressive growth strategies for the future. We need to continue, "he said, and expressed his intention to actively support areas of potential potential.



In addition, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato, when supporting the conversion of business formats toward post-corona, keeps in mind the areas that are particularly affected, such as the service industry such as accommodation, travel, and eating out, where there are many non-regular workers. He pointed out that it is necessary to take appropriate measures.



On the other hand, at the meeting, it was confirmed that the working group will consider it in the future in order to encourage new entrants of start-up companies and SMEs, as the development of a competitive environment is the key to the growth strategy along with the regulatory reform. ..