Over the situation in Ukraine, the government has decided to phase out coal imports and ultimately ban them as additional sanctions on Russia.
The government has prioritized unity with the international community, but it is expected that the issue will be how to secure energy to replace Russian coal in order to curb the impact on the country.
Regarding the situation in Ukraine, Prime Minister Kishida said at a press conference on the 8th, "Russia's cruel and inhumane acts are being revealed one after another. It is a war crime that is absolutely unforgivable," and imposes five additional sanctions. I announced the policy.
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◇ Prohibition of import of coal ◇
Introduction of import ban measures for machinery, some wood, vodka, etc.
◇ Prohibition of new investment in Russia ◇
Freezing of assets such as Russia's largest financial institution "Zubel Bank" and
◇ Assets He explained that nearly 400 Russian military personnel and lawmakers would be added to the target of freezing.
He also revealed that he would expel eight diplomats from the Russian embassy in Japan, clarifying his stance of prioritizing unity with the international community.
In particular, the "ban on coal imports" is the first measure related to energy supply to Japan, and the government will secure alternatives as soon as possible and gradually reduce imports to reduce dependence on Russia in the energy sector. I want to let you.
However, in some cases, it is expected that there will be domestic impacts such as tight supply and demand of electricity, so Prime Minister Kishida also said, "It is a crucial place to end the outrageous aggression and protect the peaceful order." Calling for cooperation, the issue is how to secure energy to replace Russian coal.