Chairman Mitarai's comment at his press conference

March 26, 2007

Following is the gist of remarks made by Chairman Mitarai at his Press Conference. Translation is rush and tentative, and sequence of the gist does not necessarily coincide with words delivered.

(Asked on Abe cabinet's six months)

Prime Minister Abe has proved his government is the one of action. Economic growth and financial rebuilding move on side by side and big reforms never stop. Bills needed for regeneration of the nation have been passed one after another. The premier should tell the people more about its basic stance on key issues and policy direction.

(Asked on 3.25 Hokuriku quake)

I extend my heartfelt condolences and sympathies to the victims. Keidanren's committee in charge of corporate philanthropy, the 1 % Club is appealing to the member companies for the refugee support.

(Asked on latest nuclear power plants trouble)

Lack of natural resources and necessity of environmental protection has made nuclear energy indispensable for Japan. Electric power companies are expected to work harder together to get back the public trust through ensuring safety of nuclear power plants.


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