Japan Prime Minister Kishida Visits Disaster-Affected Areas in Ishikawa Prefecture
Ishikawa Prefecture Governor Hiroshi Hase (@hase3655) tweeted on January 14, 2024, about Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visit to the disaster-affected areas in Ishikawa Prefecture. The Prime Minister conducted an aerial survey of the damage from a helicopter and visited evacuation centers in Wajima City and Suzu City. Deeply moved by the severe damage, he reassured evacuees with words of support and promised government cooperation and financial aid for recovery.
岸田総理に現地視察に入っていただきました。ヘリから被災状況を視察するとともに、輪島市・珠洲市の避難所を訪問され、あらためて深い傷跡に、総理も大変心を痛めておられました。避難所では、被災者のご意見に丁寧に耳を傾けて、
「必ず戻れるようにする」… pic.twitter.com/7u5kTdiJ1U— はせ浩（馳浩）石川県知事 (@hase3655) January 14, 2024
User Reactions:
- @zoutsukai99: “The government should budget properly to help the evacuees return home soon. I’ll also help as much as I can. Let’s work hard, Ishikawa!”
- @Kazukazu_111: “The Prime Minister announced a budget of 100 billion yen. I hope the disaster area and victims can recover soon.”
- @usaotoday: “Thank you for the information!”
- @markun891: “As recovery efforts intensify, could this also address unemployment issues?”
- @name6less9: “Everyone is working hard, and we need to double our efforts. Thank you for sharing this information.”
- @awaismalik7865: “Please protect your lives for now. Thank you for these encouraging words to the victims.”
- @q0kuvoHBCX2BSMp: “Don’t think you can return so easily, Mr. Kishida. Priorities seem to be elsewhere for you.”
- @Divyansh_22D: “Responses vary from humorous to critical.”
- @IamBKJ: “Reading this touched my heart. Governor Hase, please keep up the good work.”
- @mukesh_kr_2000: “The government should set a proper budget for the quick return of evacuees.”
Analysis:
The responses to Governor Hase’s tweet about Prime Minister Kishida’s visit and the government’s commitment to financial support for the disaster-stricken area reflect a mix of gratitude, skepticism, and varying perspectives. While some users express relief and appreciation for the government’s efforts, others question the sincerity and priority of these actions. The discussion also highlights the community’s determination to rebuild and recover from the disaster.