In the Liberal Democratic Party presidential election, a policy debate was held on the 25th, in which four candidates answered questions from the people online, and they exchanged opinions on agricultural policy and disaster prevention / mitigation.
In this LDP presidential election, street speeches will not be held in various places to prevent infection, but instead, four candidates will answer questions from the public online in a four-day schedule from the 23rd. A meeting will be held.
The debate on the 25th, the third day, begins at 6 pm, and questions are asked on themes such as agricultural policy, disaster prevention / mitigation, and tourism promotion.
Regarding Japan's food self-sufficiency rate, Mr. Kono, Minister of State for Regulatory Reform, said, "The reality is that it is difficult to be 100% self-sufficient in Japan. Maintaining a production base. As farmers age, it is necessary to get young people to join in and create profitable agriculture. "
Former Political Survey Chairman Kishida said, "It is very important to raise the self-sufficiency rate, but Japan has a handicap such as few flatlands. We must create high-value and lucrative agriculture. Agriculture that is attractive to young people If we don't do this, we will not be able to maintain and develop, and we would like to use the latest technology to develop leaders. "
Former Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Takaichi said, "It is desirable that the food self-sufficiency rate be 100% in preparation for emergencies and large-scale disasters. We should focus on farming and exporting delicious Japanese food to the world. "
Acting Secretary-General Noda said, "When imports from overseas stop, I realize how short it is, but I forget it soon, so I have to do proper education. Due to the aging of the population, fallow fields and abandoned land are increasing. It is important to enhance education in high schools and universities and create human resources so that we can do it. "
On the 26th, the final day of the policy debate, discussions will be held on constitutional amendments, declining birthrates, and measures to reduce the population.
Mr. Kono Exchanged opinions with rice farmers in Yamagata Prefecture
The Liberal Democratic Party's Minister of State for Regulatory Reform, Kono, held an online meeting with rice farmers in Yamagata Prefecture to exchange opinions on agricultural policies.
Among them, attendees requested the creation of benefits for farmers, saying that the price of rice is falling while the influence of the new coronavirus is prolonged and the demand at restaurants is decreasing.
In response, Mr. Kono responded, "Rice prices are the basis of agriculture. In order to support rice prices in various ways, I would like to listen carefully to the voices of farmers and think carefully."
In addition, Mr. Kono said, "Japanese agricultural products are of very good quality, and those with high added value are receiving considerable attention from overseas. While supporting the price of rice, diplomatic efforts and support for export We need to continue to do so, and we want to firmly support earning agriculture. "
Mr. Kishida Visits the site of children's learning support
Former Liberal Democratic Party President Kishida visited a public hall in Katsushika Ward, Tokyo on the afternoon of the 25th, and visited a site where volunteer university students are providing learning support to children.
College students are teaching children who have family circumstances, such as being unable to go to a cram school for financial reasons or caring for their families, and Mr. Kishida is briefed on the status of his activities. I did.
After this, Mr. Kishida told reporters, "I felt the weight of the efforts when I saw the children learning lively. I want to raise income widely, close the gap, and create a society that regains a sense of unity. It is important to create a place for children when expanding or remodeling the public hall, "he said, and expressed his desire to establish a base for children's learning nationwide.
Prior to this, Mr. Kishida met with executives of an organization made up of Uighur people living in Japan over human rights issues in the Xinjiang Uighur Autonomous Region of China, and established a new assistant to the Prime Minister in charge of human rights issues. I explained my thoughts on the problem.
Mr. Takaichi Exchanged opinions on economic policy and foreign policy
Former Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Takaichi of the Liberal Democratic Party held an online meeting in the Diet on the 25th with the Minister of Economic Revitalization Nishimura, who is the representative of the recommender, and the Hyogo Prefectural Assembly member, and exchanged opinions on economic policy and foreign policy.
Among them, Mr. Takaichi commented on the local economy, "Hyogo and local Nara are also tourist destinations, and the economy is hurting. There will always be a time when the demand that we are enduring, such as travel and shopping, will increase sharply, so businesses Will continue to provide support to survive due to business changes. "
Regarding the abduction issue by North Korea, "It is a difficult and severe issue, but the top talks are the most important. Once you become the Prime Minister, you will hold top talks using all routes and communicate to the international community in cooperation with other countries. I also want to work on it. "
In addition, Mr. Takaichi said about Takeshima in Shimane Prefecture, "We will work with a strong will to never make structures anymore."
Mr. Noda Exchanged opinions with support groups for people with intellectual disabilities
Acting Secretary-General Noda of the Liberal Democratic Party exchanged opinions online with representatives of support groups for people with intellectual disabilities on the afternoon of the 25th.
Among them, the group side said about the new coronavirus countermeasures, "Vaccination of users of facilities for persons with disabilities is very delayed depending on the local government. Some users cannot wear masks, so the infection spreads at once." I appealed for the current situation.
In response, Mr. Noda said, "What we should work on now is early detection and early treatment. If you can infuse an antibody cocktail at home, you can of course do it in the facility," he said. He indicated that he would like to promote the administration of "antibody cocktail therapy" at facilities for the disabled.
On top of that, Mr. Noda emphasized, "Socially vulnerable people are not the policy of the LDP center. The policies of women, children and persons with disabilities are not regarded as daily policy issues. I want to change that country."