Russian military invasion Ministers and politicians of the ruling and opposition parties have said

One day has passed since Russia's military invasion of Ukraine began.

I summarized the reactions of the ministers and the ruling and opposition parties.

Foreign Minister Hayashi "Russia Stops Invasion and Normalizes Relations with the International Community"

At the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee, Foreign Minister Hayashi agreed on the relationship with Russia, which had invaded the military, under the policy that "Japan will resolve the Northern Territories issue and conclude a peace treaty." The day when Russia takes the criticism of the international community seriously, stops the invasion, heads for a diplomatic solution to the problem, and restores normal relations with the international community, including Japan. I hope to come soon. "

Agriculture Minister Kaneko "Considering the Need for Further Countermeasures"

Regarding the food supply to Japan and the impact on the domestic agriculture, forestry and fisheries industry due to the tightening situation in Ukraine, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Kaneko said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting on the 25th, "At this point, the direct impact has been confirmed. On the other hand, crude oil prices and grain prices are showing signs of rising, which may indirectly affect Japan's agriculture, forestry and fisheries. We are steadily implementing a system to deliver compensation money to the government. We will continue to confirm the impact on businesses and the effects of countermeasures, and consider the need for further countermeasures. "

Defense Minister Kishi "blame with the strongest words"

The Minister of Defense Kishi told reporters, "The Russian army uses large-scale troops and various means to attack from multiple fronts at the same time, and at the same time, it is a so-called" hybrid war "that combines military and non-military means. It seems that we are taking the method of ".", He continued to make every effort to collect and analyze information.

He added, "One-sided changes in the status quo by force are absolutely unacceptable. Japan denounces it in the strongest words because it is an extremely serious situation that shakes the foundation of the order of the international community including Asia, not just Europe." He urged Russia to immediately stop the attack and withdraw its troops into Russia.

In addition, Minister Kishi said in relation to ensuring the safety of Japanese residents in Ukraine, "We are not dispatching advance troops immediately, but we will work closely with other ministries and agencies to take appropriate measures." rice field.

Northern Minister of Okinawa Nishime "Countermeasures against the Northern Territories Problem in a Severe Situation"

The Minister of State for Okinawa Northern Affairs, Nishime, told reporters, "It will have a huge impact on the international community in the sense that it will change the status quo by force. It is also supporting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on measures to deal with the northern territorial issue. I have to take a position, but I think that this is also becoming a difficult situation. In any case, I will respond firmly to the fields under my jurisdiction. "

Consumer Minister Wakamiya "Watching for price increases"

The Minister of State for Consumer Affairs Wakamiya has told reporters that the Russian army is engaged in a hybrid battle, including military invasion and cyber attacks, regarding the military invasion of Ukraine. We should deal with it. We have to deal with various situations such as rising prices, so we would like to pay close attention to it. "

Liberal Democratic Secretary-General Motegi "Government is actively involved in discussions in the international community"

The Liberal Democratic Party held the second meeting of the Countermeasures Headquarters established on the 24th, and Secretary-general Motegi said, "The invasion by Russia is a serious violation of the basics of international law, and Japan's security It cannot be overlooked from the point of view. In order not to send the false message that "it is possible to allow one-sided changes in the status quo by force" to other countries, the government should cooperate with the G7 in discussions with the international community. I want you to be proactively involved. "

Mr. Mogi also emphasized that additional sanctions should be steadily implemented in Russia, and subsidies to oil wholesalers to curb the rise in gasoline prices are "5 yen per liter now. I would like you to take measures that are at a different level than the level of. "

Liberal Democratic Party Chairman Fukuda "Evaluating additional sanctions"

Liberal Democratic Party Chairman Fukuda said at a press conference, "It is a big challenge to the wisdom of human beings who have aimed to create a world that does not rely on power after the Cold War structure is over. You should never accept it, be calm and deal with it properly. "

Regarding additional sanctions by the government, he said, "It is important to be in line with the G7 and the world at an early stage, so I would like to appreciate the fact that it was issued at this time."

Liberal Democratic Party Chairman Sanae Takaichi "There is no way we can cooperate economically in the current situation."

After the ruling party policymakers' meeting, the Liberal Democratic Party's chairman of the political investigation, Takaichi, told reporters, "It is a serious situation that threatens the territory and sovereignty of Ukraine, and I would like to evaluate the additional economic sanctions with fairly severe content. I want you to understand and activate it promptly. "

Regarding future Japan-Russia relations, he pointed out that "economic cooperation cannot be achieved in the current situation, and the Northern Territories negotiations will not be in the situation of negotiations unless a peaceful solution in Ukraine is seen."

Secretary General of the Liberal Democratic Party, Hiroshige Seko "Promptly resolve the Diet"

Liberal Democratic Party Secretary-General Hiroshige Seko said at a press conference, "The invasion is absolutely unacceptable. I strongly condemn Russia and demand an immediate withdrawal. The Diet should show its intention and make a prompt resolution." I did.

Regarding sanctions against Russia, "It is important to work firmly without shifting the cooperation with G7 countries by a millimeter. At this stage, sufficient measures may be taken and the sanctions will be quite severe for Russia. ".

Liberal Democratic Party Chairman Sato "Joint economic activities Ambiguous attitude is not allowed"

Liberal Democratic Party Chairman Sato said at a joint meeting of the party's diplomatic committee on the morning of the 25th, "It is a clear military invasion by the regular army, and I personally think that it is better to use the name'military invasion'. I am. "

On top of that, regarding joint economic activities in the four northern islands, "If one side continues to provide economic cooperation while saying that it will impose strong sanctions, the G7 = the seven major countries do not fully trust Japan. Ambiguous attitude. Is not allowed. "

Former Prime Minister Abe "Never a fire on the opposite bank"

Former Prime Minister Abe of the Liberal Democratic Party said at a meeting held in the Diet, "It is not an event in a distant region, but a very serious event for Japan in the sense of how China will respond to Taiwan. However, it is required to be regarded as an event of our own, not a fire on the opposite bank. "

On top of that, "G7 = as long as we impose economic sanctions with the seven major countries, we must make it solid and substantive. Also, as a lesson for the future, we will strengthen our own defense capabilities and work with our allies. It is to further strengthen the cooperation between the two. "

Komeito Secretary-general "Minimize the impact on people's lives and corporate activities"

Komeito Secretary-General Ishii said at a press conference, "It is a clear violation of international law, and it is absolutely unforgivable and harshly criticized. I would like to see the sanctions taken promptly and to minimize the impact on people's lives and corporate activities. "

In addition, Komeito's political research chairman Takeuchi said, "The invasion is absolutely unacceptable and I strongly condemn it. I would like to adopt a resolution in the Diet and appeal to the international community."

Representative Izumi Ritsumin "Is Russia qualified as a permanent member of the United Nations?"

At a press conference, Constitutional Democratic Party representative Izumi said, "Russia's actions are contrary to the Charter of the United Nations, and it is not the first time that Russia has violated the military actions at the time of the annexation of Crimea. The government should insist in the United Nations, along with the United States and other countries, whether it qualifies as a member of the United Nations. "