Prime Minister Kishida gave a policy speech at the ordinary Diet session convened on the 17th, and with the third vaccination of the new corona vaccine, the interval between vaccinations for the general public was set to at least 7 months, and 6 in the municipalities with spare capacity. Announced that it will be shortened to the month.
He also emphasized expectations for a sudden reversal of the recent downward trend in wage increases.
New corona measures
Prime Minister Kishida delivered his first policy speech at the plenary session of the House of Representatives after taking office.
In this, Prime Minister Kishida said, "I am determined to calmly proceed with the response based on the latest knowledge without being overly afraid. If there is a better method even with the policy once decided, I will respond flexibly and amend it. Will continue to evolve. "
Then, based on the characteristics of the Omicron strain that has gradually become clear, we will take sharp measures and strengthen the medical care provision system with a focus on providing accurate medical care to patients with severe or moderate illness. Emphasized the idea.
On top of that, regarding the third vaccination, we will accelerate the shortening of the vaccination interval for medical personnel, etc., and after March, the vaccination interval will be 6 months for the general elderly and 6 months for the general public. , At least 7 months, and announced that it will be shortened to 6 months in the municipalities with spare capacity.
Regarding vaccination of children under the age of 12, he emphasized the idea of proceeding with procedures so that applicants can be vaccinated as soon as possible and preparing for online classes when the school is closed.
In addition, in light of the spread of the new corona infection in the surrounding municipalities such as the facility areas of the U.S. military in Japan in Okinawa and Yamaguchi prefectures, the foreign affairs and defense authorities are in charge of health and hygiene issues related to the U.S. military. I have repeatedly shown the policy of discussions at the "Japan-US Joint Committee" by the people.
Establishing a mechanism for swift regulatory approval, strengthening the control tower function to respond promptly and accurately to the crisis by June, in preparation for the next infectious disease crisis, etc. He expressed his intention to put together a response to the infectious disease law.
"New capitalism"
In addition, under the slogan of "new capitalism" through a virtuous cycle of growth and distribution, we aim to solve social issues such as digital, climate change, economic security, science and technology, and invest in public and private sectors that were considered to be Japan's weaknesses. And emphasized that it will be transformed into an engine of growth.
Of these, the first pillar of the growth strategy is to revitalize local areas using digital technology, and infrastructure that will support future services, such as installing high-speed, large-capacity communication standards and 5G base stations at traffic lights nationwide. He showed his thoughts on maintenance.
In addition, a new law has been put in place regarding economic security, such as a pre-safety examination system for important equipment in core infrastructure such as electric power and communications, and a system for keeping patents for sensitive inventions private for security reasons. I explained that.
Regarding wage increases for companies, he expressed his hope that the downward trend in recent years would be reversed at once, and emphasized that he would work on a review so that the minimum wage would be 1000 yen or more on a national average as soon as possible.
He emphasized that investment in the field of climate change will be at least doubled as soon as possible, and that efforts will be made to revolutionize the economy and society as a whole, including the industrial structure and people's livelihoods, in order to achieve the carbon-neutral target of 2050.
Disaster countermeasures such as huge earthquakes and heavy rains
In addition, he mentioned that it will be 50 years since Okinawa Prefecture returned to the mainland, and said that he would "promote efforts to build a strong Okinawa economy", as well as a huge Nankai Trough earthquake, an earthquake directly beneath the capital, and more. In order to prepare for heavy rains, etc., it has announced that it will proceed with intensive measures of 15 trillion yen in 5 years.
Diplomacy and Security
On the other hand, regarding diplomacy and security, he pointed out that it is a year in which the strength of Japanese diplomacy will be tested in the increasingly severe and complex international situation. Face-to-face and develop "new era realism diplomacy". "
Then, after having an early meeting with President Biden of the United States and showing his intention to further strengthen the deterrence and coping power of the Japan-US alliance, he said, "We will cooperate with allies and fellow countries to deal with serious human rights issues. I am prepared to work on it. "
In addition, he insists that China should insist and strongly demands responsible actions, and at the same time, he intends to build a constructive and stable relationship with the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China in mind. Was shown.
Furthermore, while persistently negotiating with Russia under the policy of resolving territorial disputes and concluding a peace treaty, we will develop the entire Japan-Russia relationship, including cooperation in the energy field, to contribute to national interests. He said that South Korea is an important neighbor, and said, "We will strongly demand an appropriate response based on Japan's consistent position."
In addition, regarding the reduction of nuclear weapons, with the involvement of political leaders from each country, he launched the "International Witan Conference for a World without Nuclear Weapons" and announced that he would hold the first meeting in Hiroshima by the end of the year.
In addition, after touching on the North Korean missile problem and the rapid changes in the military balance with China in mind, we will consider all options, including the so-called "enemy base attack capability," and drastically improve our defense capabilities. Showed the idea of strengthening.
Furthermore, based on the lessons learned from the fact that many foreign staff at the Japanese embassy in Afghanistan could not use SDF aircraft, the idea of submitting an amendment to the SDF law to the Diet so that only foreigners can transport it was clarified. did.
Constitutional Amendment
Regarding the constitutional amendment, "In order to arouse national debate, it is necessary for members of the Diet to accumulate and disseminate discussions inside and outside the Diet, and I hope that active discussions will take place in this Diet as well. ".
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism statistical data rewriting problem
In addition, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism once again apologized for the problem of rewriting the data of "basic statistics," which is particularly important in national statistics, and "politics and administration are required to reform and regulate themselves. I am. "
After touching on Katsu Kaishu's words, "Gyozo is in me," which means "I take responsibility for my actions," I listen carefully to the voices of the people and walk with the people to reform. We will continue to humbly work toward the politics of "trust and empathy."