Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe (66) attended the House of Representatives Steering Committee on the afternoon of the 25th and gave a false answer on the issue of compensation for the dinner the day before “Sakura-mi-mi-kai” sponsored by the sympathizers association. I corrected it.

As in the press conference held at the Diet on the 24th the day before, he explained: “As a result, (the responses so far) were contrary to the facts.” “I am well aware of my moral responsibility, although the accounting process was carried out without my knowledge. I deeply regret and apologize,” he apologized.

It continued to be the object of scrutiny by the opposition. One of the “natural enemies”, Kiyomi Tsujimoto, a member of the Democratic Constitutional Party, said: “Is it valid to give false explanations in public more than 100 times in a private company and make an excuse to be deceived by an employee? I think it is a resignation. Do you realize you have done more than that? “Abe said,” I received a very strict indication “and said,” As a result, the answer was wrong. Although I did not know, I am solely responsible. “

Tsujimoto urged him to resign as a member of the Diet, saying, “If it is a response from the crown, it will be fatal. It is also bad for the education of children.” I will fulfill my responsibilities. “

Furthermore, Mr. Tsujimoto asked why he could know the detailed amount, such as expenses and compensation amount, even though the report indicated that there was no receipt for the dinner for 3 years. “The only thing you can write precise numbers is that you have a book. Can you publish it here? This is called a back book! If you don’t have another book, you can’t write small details.” .. After replying “I acknowledge there is no such thing (= back book)”, Mr. Abe said, “I am sorry this reply was given because there was not enough advance notice.” There was also a scene where I made excuses in disgust.

Finally, Mr. Tsujimoto urged the reissue and presentation of the dinner statement and the three-year lost receipt that Mr. Abe repeatedly replied at the Diet no. Abe asked the hotel to reissue it, saying “I’ll consider it” and indicated his intention to introduce it.

On the other hand, regarding the statement, “it is said that publishing the statement is a trade secret (on the hotel side), so it is said that it cannot be delivered under the premise of disclosure. The fact that the difference was compensated is a correction of the fact. However, the investigating authorities conducted a rigorous investigation, and it was determined that this time, including the statement, it would not be a donation. ” He said he did not intend to present it because he was not charged. He suggested.

Mr. Tsujimoto replied, “I have been giving the same answer as before during this period,” and requested a subpoena of witnesses.