In response to the 11 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake and the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station of Tokyo Electric Power Company, Minister of the Environment Yamaguchi said that by 2045, the soil from decontamination in Fukushima Prefecture would be removed from Fukushima Prefecture. He reiterated his intention to foster understanding, saying that the final disposal is the responsibility of the government.
At a press conference after the Cabinet meeting on the 11th, Minister Yamaguchi said, "While decontamination to lift evacuation orders has progressed steadily, the situation is still halfway toward reconstruction. ".
On that basis, he said, "The policy of final disposal of soil from decontamination by 2045 is a national promise and a national responsibility stipulated by law." I reiterated my thoughts on striving.
He also showed his willingness to work in collaboration with related ministries and agencies so that those who wish to return can return to the areas where the evacuation order is not expected to be lifted over the 2020s.
Furthermore, regarding the plan to release treated water containing radioactive substances such as tritium, which continues to accumulate at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, into the sea, Minister Yamaguchi said, "To disseminate the implementation plan for monitoring in the surrounding sea area in an easy-to-understand manner. So, we will try to suppress the influence of rumors. "