Regarding the funeral of former Prime Minister Abe, who died after being shot during a speech, Prime Minister Kishida explained at the LDP board meeting that he would hold a "state funeral" in the fall, and asked for his understanding. Executives commented that the state funeral was appropriate based on Mr. Abe's achievements and domestic and international evaluations.

Among them, Prime Minister Kishida decided to hold a so-called "state funeral" this fall, considering the funeral of former Prime Minister Abe, "In view of the great achievements of domestic affairs and diplomacy and the widespread condolences. We will strengthen our security posture again and expect active condolence diplomacy, so we would like to prepare well. "



In response to this, Deputy Governor Aso said, "I would like to share the recognition that Mr. Abe's achievements are highly evaluated both at home and abroad, and that the state funeral is an extremely correct decision." , The party wants to cooperate as much as possible. "



On the other hand, Mr. Mogi said at a press conference that some opposition parties had voiced opposition and concerns over Mr. Abe's state funeral. No. I don't know what the opposition parties are thinking, but it may be quite different from the voices and perceptions of the people. "



In addition, Mr. Mogi revealed that about 18,000 people visited the flower stand and bookkeeping table on the premises of the party headquarters from the 11th to the 15th last week following the death of Mr. Abe.

Former Prime Minister Abe's younger brother, Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi, "honor as a relative"

Former Prime Minister Abe's younger brother, Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi, said at a press conference, "It's an honor for my relatives. I think it's a quiet act in the form of a'national burial'."



On the other hand, he said, "I know there are various opinions, and I think it will be the decision of Prime Minister Kishida in the end," he said, saying that some opposition parties have expressed opposition and concerns.



In addition, while Mr. Kishi was asked by reporters about the impact of Mr. Abe's death on the revision of the national security strategy, "Former Prime Minister Abe had a great influence as a member of the Diet. Maybe it will be backed up by a member of the Diet who has inherited his will. "