The House of Councilors Budget Committee held intensive deliberations.
Regarding Russia's military invasion of Ukraine, Prime Minister Kishida said that while President Putin's strong stance remains unchanged, strong sanctions and support for Ukraine are important, and he does not plan to meet with President Putin at this time. explained.
Liberal Democratic Party Katayama Moto Regional Revitalization Phase Response to rising prices
Former Minister of State for Regional Revitalization Katayama of the Liberal Democratic Party said, "Price increases are low compared to other countries, but they are high by the standards of Japan so far, and the future cannot be overlooked. How will the Kishida Cabinet respond?" I asked a question.
Prime Minister Kishida said, "In Japan, domestic prices for gasoline and wheat, and policies to curb the rise in electricity costs for households are contributing. We have secured a reserve fund of 5.5 trillion yen in case of uncertainties in the future. We will protect the lives of the people by implementing the 79 trillion yen economic measures in November last year, the 13 trillion yen comprehensive emergency measures in April, and the supplementary budget for this year without interruption. " Said.
Constitutional Democratic Fukuyama About Accepting Ukrainian Refugees
Tetsuro Fukuyama of the Constitutional Democratic Party said in connection with the acceptance of refugees from Ukraine, "The situation of fleeing in war and civil war is the same in Afghanistan, Syria and Myanmar. Only Ukraine is special, people from other countries As usual, the story of shut-out is not recognized by the international community. "
Prime Minister Kishida said, "The response to Ukrainian refugees is an emergency measure and cannot be compared with other measures. On the other hand, from a humanitarian point of view, the Ministry of Justice has created a refugee-like protection system. I would like to firmly consider a complementary protection measure system by studying the ideal way of the system. "
Mr. Komei Akino About the production and development of corona vaccine
Kozo Akino of the Komeito said over the production and development of the new corona vaccine in Japan, "There may still be variants of the new corona, and it is very important to have a credible vaccine in the country. How do you work on it? "
Prime Minister Kishida said, "It is extremely important for crisis management to develop and produce high-quality vaccines in Japan. The government will develop vaccines in Japan while communicating with various companies. I would like to support the development of the production infrastructure. "
Mr. Isozaki, the national government About making international rules
Mr. Tetsuji Isozaki of the Democratic Party for the People said, "Japan is a very weak field, and the government as a whole is working on the need for Japan to take the lead in creating international rules, including international treaties and product standards. Shouldn't we set up a specialized post? "
Prime Minister Kishida said, "As protectionist movements spread around the world, it is necessary to strengthen the international economic order based on rules from the perspective of security. Even though international rules are automobiles and finance. I am not thinking about setting up a minister in charge because of medical care, but I would like to value the attitude of the government as a whole to work on creating international rules. "
Restoration Otokita Masatoshi Chairman About economic support measures
Regarding measures to support the economy, the chairman of the Nippon Ishin no Kai's political research, Shun Otokita, said, "The use of tax cuts will undermine the realization of stable social security within the scope of closing the output gap of GDP = gross domestic product in a timely manner. It's not a thing. As an economic measure, we should reduce the consumption tax on a timely basis. "
Prime Minister Kishida said, "It is quite difficult considering the burden and preparation period of small and medium-sized enterprises and micro enterprises because the consumption tax is a stable source of social security and the system must be changed if the consumption tax rate is to be moved. We are not considering a consumption tax cut as a way to close the supply-demand gap in GDP. "
Communist Party Mr. Yamazoe "Sakura wo Miru Kai" About the social gathering the night before
Mr. Taku Yamazoe of the Communist Party said about the social gathering held the night before the "Sakura wo Miru Kai". I heard it and thought it was a good opportunity to get to know the product, so I sponsored it. ”I think it is necessary for former Prime Minister Abe to explain it again, but how about it?”
Prime Minister Kishida said, "It is basic for the people concerned to explain. I will refrain from talking about individual cases from my point of view. In any case, at least in my cabinet, I think that I will hold a" Sakura wo Miru Kai ". I haven't. "
Prime Minister Kishida "We have no plans to meet with President Putin at this time."
Regarding Russia's military invasion of Ukraine, Prime Minister Kishida said, "While President Putin's strong stance to justify himself remains unchanged, strong sanctions and support for Ukraine are important. We will concentrate on sending a strong and united message from the international community, "he said, adding that he has no plans to meet with President Putin at this time.