In order to develop vaccines in Japan and strengthen the production system, the government council proposes a long-term strategy that incorporates necessary policies in the future, such as the formation of world-class R & D bases and the consideration of purchasing vaccines by the government. Was summarized.
A government council made up of related ministries and research institutes was held to develop vaccines and strengthen production systems, which lag behind Europe and the United States, and compile long-term strategy proposals that incorporate necessary policies. I did.
According to this,
▽ a world-class R & D base that can continuously carry out cutting-edge research from normal times will be formed, and
▽ a system for strategically allocating research funds will be established within the government. ..
In addition, in order to
expedite large-scale clinical trials, we will enhance clinical research and networks in the Asian region, and in
the event of a new infectious disease, we will consider purchasing a vaccine developed by a company. It is said.
The government will make a cabinet decision on a long-term strategy based on the recommendations early next month.
After the council, Minister of State for Science and Technology Inoue told reporters, "With the spread of mutant viruses, research and development of domestic vaccines is extremely important not only for maintaining the health of the people but also for national security. It's a problem. It's not something that can produce results overnight, but speed is also important, so the Kan administration wants to take responsibility and execute it promptly. "