Japan resumes seafood exports to China after ban over Fukushima wastewater
Summary
Japan has started exporting seafood to China again after China lifted a ban due to concerns about radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant. On Wednesday, Japan sent 6.6 tonnes of scallops to China, the first shipment since the ban in August 2023. China's decision came after negotiations, and new safety checks will now be part of the export process.Key Facts
- Japan restarted seafood exports to China after a two-year ban.
- The ban was due to the release of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima plant.
- Scallops, harvested in Hokkaido, were part of the first export shipment.
- China imposed the ban in August 2023 over contamination concerns.
- Japan argues the water release is safe and supported by international experts.
- New procedures include registration and radioactive inspection certificates for exports.
- China still bans seafood from Fukushima and nine other areas in Japan.
- The ban was a significant issue for Japan's seafood industry, especially for scallop exports.
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