2023-10-17 21:27:00
Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Takemi stated that the government's goal of applying insurance for childbirth expenses from fiscal 2026 will be considered from the viewpoint of how to maintain local obstetric medical care.
2023-10-17 21:24:00
Regarding the Israeli-Palestinian situation, Foreign Minister Kamikawa spoke by phone with Iranian Foreign Minister Abdollahian, who has supported the Islamic organization Hamas, and asked him to play a role in calming the situation by working with Hamas and others.
2023-10-17 20:28:00
In his policy speech at an extraordinary Diet session, Prime Minister Kishida plans to propose the idea of considering the introduction of ``ride-sharing,'' in which ordinary drivers use private cars to transport people for a fee.
2023-10-17 20:23:00
Mayor Kawamura of Nagoya, who is the representative of the regional political party ``Tax Cut Japan,'' has been appointed co-chairman of the political group ``Japan Conservative Party.''
2023-10-17 19:20:00
Regarding new economic measures, the New Komeito Party proposed to the government the prompt provision of benefits to households exempt from resident tax. On the other hand, the government has not included the income tax reduction that has been considered so far, but will insist on it during the ruling party's tax reform debate to be held towards the end of the year.
2023-10-17 19:13:00
Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno visited Kumamoto Prefecture and met with Governor Kabashima, stating that with the so-called "Taiwan Emergency" in mind, each prefecture in Kyushu is expected to become a destination for residents evacuating from the remote islands of Okinawa, and the necessary preparations will be made. We asked for your cooperation in the maintenance.
2023-10-17 18:39:00
Regarding new economic measures, the Liberal Democratic Party recommended that the government include necessary support for low-income households and stronger tax breaks for companies working to raise wages. On the other hand, the bill did not include the income tax cut that had been called for by some within the party, with Political Affairs Research Chairman Hagiuda stating, ``Priority was given to urgent measures that are needed now.''
2023-10-17 18:23:00
Regarding the situation in Israel and Palestine, which is becoming increasingly tense, Prime Minister Kishida stated at the Liberal Democratic Party's board of directors that he will work with the international community to quickly calm down the situation, and that he will do everything in his power to evacuate and ensure the safety of Japanese people staying in the area. He presented his thoughts on the following.
2023-10-17 18:11:00
As the Israeli-Palestinian situation is becoming increasingly tense, the government is conducting a survey of Japanese nationals in Israel and is considering transporting those who wish to leave the country to Japan by Self-Defense Force aircraft as early as later this week. We are currently considering this.
2023-10-17 17:31:00
Regarding new economic measures, the Liberal Democratic Party recommended that the government include necessary support for low-income households and stronger tax breaks for companies working to raise wages. On the other hand, the bill did not include the income tax cut that had been called for by some within the party, with Political Affairs Research Chairman Hagiuda stating, ``Priority was given to urgent measures that are needed now.''
2023-10-17 17:29:00
While the government is formulating new economic measures, the Japan Restoration Association has compiled a proposal for a 10 trillion yen measure centered on reducing social insurance premiums. I plan to apply to the government in the future.
2023-10-17 15:54:00
On the 17th, the Liberal Democratic Party formally announced its intention to recommend former Finance Minister Nukaga to succeed Speaker Hosoda of the House of Representatives, and the opposition party also accepted this. As a result, Mr. Nukaga will be elected as speaker on the 20th, when an extraordinary Diet session will be convened.
2023-10-17 15:52:00
Regarding the issue surrounding the former Unification Church, Liberal Democratic Party House of Councilors Secretary-General Seko Seko stated that it is necessary to preserve the church's assets and use them to help victims, and expressed his desire to have discussions within the party to develop legislation. .
2023-10-17 14:24:00
In order to promote cooperation with countries in the so-called Global South, the government will hold the first meeting of a new conference and discuss future initiatives, including how to effectively utilize ODA (Official Development Assistance), by next spring. We confirmed that we have put together a policy.
2023-10-17 14:15:00
Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Miyashita said that the announcement by Russian health authorities to restrict the import of Japanese marine products due to the release of treated water from the Tokyo Electric Power Company's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the ocean was ``unjustified and extremely regrettable.'' He also expressed his intention to strongly request that the agreement be withdrawn as soon as possible.
2023-10-17 13:25:00
Regarding the situation in Israel and Palestine, which is becoming increasingly tense, Prime Minister Kishida stated at the Liberal Democratic Party's board of directors that he will work with the international community to quickly calm down the situation, and that he will do everything in his power to evacuate and ensure the safety of Japanese people staying in the area. He presented his thoughts on the following.
2023-10-17 12:34:00
Minister of Defense Kihara has been criticized by opposition parties for his remarks in support of the House of Representatives by-election that supporting the Liberal Democratic Party candidate would be rewarding the Self-Defense Forces, and some are calling for his resignation. At a press conference on the 17th, he expressed his intention to continue in his duties.
2023-10-17 11:58:00
Regarding the situation in Israel and Palestine, which is becoming increasingly tense, Prime Minister Kishida stated at the Liberal Democratic Party's board of directors that he will work with the international community to quickly calm down the situation, and that he will do everything in his power to evacuate and ensure the safety of Japanese people staying in the area. He presented his thoughts on the following.
2023-10-17 11:55:00
In a speech to support the House of Representatives by-election, Defense Minister Kihara made a statement to the effect that supporting the Liberal Democratic Party candidate would be rewarding the Self-Defense Forces, but later retracted the statement. The opposition parties have stepped up their criticism, calling it ``a political use of the Self-Defense Forces,'' and are planning to pursue the move in the Diet, while the ruling party wants to minimize the impact by quickly withdrawing the plan.
2023-10-17 11:14:00
On the 17th, Minister of State for Economic Security Takaichi visited Yasukuni Shrine in Kudan, Tokyo, where the annual autumn festival is being held.
2023-10-17 09:35:00
On the 17th, Minister in charge of Economic Revitalization Shindo visited Yasukuni Shrine in Kudan, Tokyo, where the annual autumn festival is being held.
2023-10-17 08:37:00
Around 8 a.m. on the 17th, Minister in charge of Economic Revitalization Shindo visited Yasukuni Shrine in Kudan, Tokyo, where the annual autumn festival is being held.
2023-10-17 07:57:00
In conjunction with Yasukuni Shrine's annual autumn festival, which began on the 17th, Prime Minister Kishida dedicated an offering of potted plants called ``Masakaki.''
2023-10-17 04:51:00
In a speech to support the House of Representatives by-election, Defense Minister Kihara made a statement to the effect that supporting the Liberal Democratic Party candidate would be rewarding the Self-Defense Forces, but later retracted the statement. The opposition parties have stepped up their criticism, calling it ``a political use of the Self-Defense Forces,'' and are planning to pursue the move in the Diet, while the ruling party wants to minimize the impact by quickly withdrawing the plan.
2023-10-17 00:02:00
As the possibility of Israel's ground invasion of the Gaza Strip increases, Foreign Minister Kamikawa spoke by phone with Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Faisal and stated that they would work together to calm the situation and work together to improve the humanitarian situation. I confirmed that I will go.
