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Fukushima water release
G7 Nations Call for ‘Immediate Repeal’ of Japanese Food Ban
The Group of Seven (G7) nations have pledged to maintain “a free and fair trading system.”
Japan Starts Releasing Second Batch of Fukushima Treated Water
This round of treated water discharge will span over 17 days, with an estimated total release of 7,800 tons.
Russia Considers Joining China in Ban on Japanese Seafood Imports
Japanese official has called on Russia to rely on scientific evidence in Fukushima water dispute.
US House Speaker Criticizes China’s ‘Falsities’ About Fukushima Discharge
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy criticized China for putting “falsities” about the release of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant.
US Envoy Shows Support for Japan Amid Fukushima Water Release Controversy
The U.S. ambassador to Japan visited the Fukushima region on Aug. 31 to show support after the release of treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear power plant triggered controversy.
South Korea Says Radiation Levels Below WHO Standards After Fukushima Release
South Korea’s Ocean Ministry said on Aug. 27 that tests carried out on the country’s seawater showed radiation levels remain below the World Health Organization (WHO) standards for drinking water.
