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In his Nagasaki Peace Declaration, Mayor Shiro Suzuki, a second-generation A-bomb survivor, called for a resolute shift away from nuclear weapons. “Leaders of nuclear states and those under the nuclear umbrella must confront the escalating threat that nuclear weapons pose to humanity and urgently pursue their abolition,” Suzuki asserted.
The Prime Minister's original itinerary had included visits to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Mongolia, where he was set to engage in crucial diplomatic discussions and participate in a high-level summit with leaders from five Central Asian countries. The trip, planned from Friday to Monday, was intended to strengthen Japan's diplomatic ties and economic cooperation with these nations. However, the recent seismic event has shifted Kishida's priorities toward ensuring Japan's preparedness and response in the wake of the natural disaster.
The JMA has also issued Nankai Trough Earthquake Extra Information as part of its ongoing assessment of the seismic situation. This alert is intended to evaluate the likelihood of a subsequent megaquake in the Nankai Trough region, which has historically been prone to large-scale seismic events. The agency is closely monitoring the situation and analyzing data to determine any potential connections between the recent earthquake and the seismic activity in the Nankai Trough.
In addition to assessing the local impact, Hayashi indicated that the government is also examining the potential relationship between this earthquake and seismic activity associated with the Nankai Trough. The Nankai Trough, a well-known seismic zone off Japan's southeastern coast, has been closely monitored due to its history of generating major earthquakes. Hayashi’s remarks suggest that officials are investigating whether this recent quake could be linked to the broader seismic patterns of the Nankai Trough, which could have implications for future quake risks in the region.
Prime Minister Kishida’s instructions come as part of a broader effort to address the immediate aftermath of the earthquake. The government is tasked with rapidly assessing the extent of the damage and coordinating with local authorities to implement emergency response measures effectively. The primary focus remains on ensuring the safety and protection of citizens.
The G7 countries—namely the United States, Britain, Germany, France, Italy, and Canada—have expressed their discontent through a joint letter dated July 19. The letter criticizes Nagasaki’s exclusion of Israel from the ceremony, which commemorates the atomic bombing of the city during World War II. The ambassadors argue that this exclusion unfairly aligns Israel with nations like Russia and Belarus, which are criticized for their roles in ongoing international conflicts.
The Nikkei's dramatic fall follows a significant decline in U.S. stock markets and a broader downturn in major European indexes. The negative sentiment has spread across global markets, affecting South Korea, Taiwan, and Australia as well.
The yen’s drop from approximately ¥161 to ¥157 on July 11, following the release of the U.S. consumer price index for June, and a subsequent fall from around ¥159 to ¥157 on July 12, after the U.S. producer price index release, prompted these interventions. Market estimates suggest that Japanese authorities may have spent between ¥3 trillion and ¥4 trillion on July 11 alone, with additional expenditures of about ¥2 trillion on July 12.
The Defense Minister's pledge to make public arrests for any SDF-related misconduct underscores a significant shift towards greater transparency and accountability within the military. By vowing to take decisive and prompt action against any breaches of conduct, the Minister aims to restore public trust and reinforce the ethical standards expected of Japan’s defense personnel.
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