“There is no discussion of cancellation” Chairman Mori, Tokyo Olympic Games Organization Committee June 11, 4:07
Regarding the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, which were postponed to next year due to the new coronavirus, Chairman Mori of the Games Organizing Committee said that the tournament would be simple and said "there is no discussion of cancellation", and it is not expected to cancel. , Emphasized the idea of making preparations.
On the night of the 10th, the Organizing Committee will hold a press conference after the board meeting with the IOC = International Olympic Committee to make it a top priority issue to provide a safe and secure environment for athletes and spectators. Announced basic principles.
In this, Chairman Mori of the Organizing Committee asked, "Is the possibility of the cancellation of the Games being discussed?", "There is no discussion of cancellation. It is correct to discuss hypothetical scenarios by hypothesis." No, we did not anticipate the cancellation, and emphasized the idea of proceeding with preparations for a safe and secure competition while paying close attention to the situation of new coronavirus infection.
He also added to the question about Prime Minister Abe's intention to hold the conference in full form, "using common sense, it would be perfect for as many countries as possible to participate." He added, ``I don't think Prime Minister Abe thinks that the situation of corona, what if he didn't have a vaccine or new drug, and that all of these things are in a complete form, and I take it as well. I said, "I have."