Judge: The plaintiff's response to the request for clarification was

Defendant: The documents were submitted to the government by Nagasaki University in June and are currently being reviewed.

Judge: So you acknowledge that an investigation is being conducted.

Defendant: I admit that an investigation is taking place.

Judge: For the time being, we will make a comprehensive argument, including legal provisions, regarding the plaintiff's standing.

Plaintiff: Agreed.

Judge: As the defendant, how would you like the case to proceed?

Defendant: I can't answer that right away.

Judge: I would like the defendant to also consider how to proceed from here on out.

Judge: The next hearing is scheduled for October 10th at 11:00.

https://www.ktn.co.jp/news/detail.php?id=20240725011

https://www.tokyo-np.co.jp/article/341401

https://mainichi.jp/univ/articles/20240724/ddl/k42/040/270000c

In June, it was reported that Nagasaki University had submitted documents to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.

When it comes to designating a BSL4 facility, there is sometimes no "application" required, so the only way to understand the situation is to rely on media reports.

At the next hearing on August 5th, we will request an explanation from the government regarding the above reports.

The results will be reported at a meeting in front of the court after the trial date.

The first trial was held on July 11, 2023 (Reiwa 5).

At the preliminary meeting, the plaintiffs and their supporters gave enthusiastic speeches.

The country side said, "I want two more months for preparation," so the next time will be 11:00 on October 3rd.

I will not be able to attend the hearing next time as I am preparing for the hearing.

The mass media reported on the meeting and the trial that day.

https://www.nagasaki-np.co.jp/kijis/?kijiid=1051675071948980449

https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/a065e68c859e90c82cc979ad357d525ffc1cbd36