Shoichi Nakagawa Quotes (19 Quotes)

Specialists have given an answer after intense discussion. Looking ahead, I will implement the processes that are needed such as clearing up the issue of food safety and gaining the understanding of the general public.

It is unfortunate there has been the development that we have had to interrupt the trade of beef with the United States. But once the problem is resolved, probably we are going to resume the trade.

Japan is ready for compromise when it is necessary, (but) we will be aggressively demanding a certain part in the negotiations while we make concessions in other areas,

I admire Mr. Koizumi, who stood by his beliefs, ... All China has to do is show a mature reaction. It's not for us to predict whether (the visit) had an effect or not.

We are not planning to release any government-controlled crude oil stocks at this time,

I apologize for not fully explaining that there had been a change in the plan.

It will not serve our purpose to help, to embark upon such discussions at this point in time, for the sake of Japanese consumers and also for the sake of U.S. producers.

People around the world are wondering whether it's all right to pursue economic activity (in China),

The number of pipes was obviously too many to just drill down. Then what are they for I can assume the reason, but I'd rather not speak out,

In agriculture, there are things we must protect and those are sensitive products. Rice is of course included among sensitive products for Japan.

It's a scary country.

To restore consumer confidence, Japan may need to take its own measures, including inspections of designated facilities, for example.

I'm a cabinet minister.

If a private company were to start activities in the area,

With regards to the area under my jurisdiction, Japan has harmonized its policy with the EU and the United States,

will move ahead step by step by taking the necessary procedures.

We will make efforts so that China won't come. We will appeal to the international community,

Yes, I'm worried ... they're a country that's trying to become a market economy and we need them to take a proper response,

Our country needs to cope with supply disruptions on the international market and we need to prioritise product supply (over crude), ... So we decided to cut mandatory commercial stock levels.