It is extremely regrettable. We hope investigation authorities will conduct a thorough probe.

I heard a parliamentary officer contacted my son and confirmed there was no such fact.

Enactment of postal privatization bills is the top item on the agenda.

Prime Minister Koizumi has never said that (he would extend his term). He has said (he would stay) only until September of next year.

as they are support groups of the DPJ.

The dollar's decline was quite fast, particularly last week, so it's very likely we will see a correction upward. Sentiment remains bearish for the dollar, but the currency needs to rebound first.