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Radioactive Water Leak at Fukushima Plant Draws Criticism

Japan's industry minister demands improved safety measures following a recent leak, highlighting ongoing decommissioning challenges.

  • Japan's industry minister criticizes the president of TEPCO for a radioactive water leak at the Fukushima nuclear plant, raising safety concerns.
  • The recent leak involved 1.5 metric tons of highly radioactive water, downgraded from an initial estimate of 5.5 tons.
  • The incident has sparked unease among local communities and international observers, highlighting the challenges of the plant's decommissioning process.
  • TEPCO is urged to improve safety measures and prevent human errors, with the president apologizing for the mishaps.
  • The leaks have intensified opposition to the planned discharge of treated wastewater into the sea, a project opposed by fishing groups and neighboring countries.
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