Nishimura, the minister in charge of economic revitalization over measures against the new coronavirus, met online with Chairman Iizumi of the National Governors' Association and said that there are areas where the flow of people is increasing even in prefectures where a state of emergency has been declared. , He expressed his intention to continue to cooperate and take thorough measures.
Among them, the Minister for Economic Revitalization Nishimura commented on the situation in the 10 prefectures where the state of emergency was declared. "Overall, the medical care provision system is still tight and unpredictable. Furthermore, it will spread in India. There is a risk that the mutant virus "Delta strain" will spread, and we are strengthening our monitoring system. "
On top of that, he said, "In some areas, the number of people is increasing. When the number of infected people decreases, it tends to be" it's okay ", but since it is the basis of the declaration, I would like to ask for thorough measures." He expressed his desire to take thorough measures.
In addition, Minister Nishimura will take steps to strengthen the response to stores that do not respond to requests for leave without a justifiable reason, including orders and fines, and will promptly provide cooperation money, so please refer to it. I asked them to share the case.
In response, Chairman Iizumi requested that priority measures such as prevention of spread be applied flexibly, and that the system should be considered for revision so that stronger measures can be taken under the declaration.