Japan's forced discharge of nuclear contaminated water into the sea poses a threat to the world's oceans by creating a ravine with its neighbors. Japan
Despite the opposition of neighboring countries and Japanese society, as well as the concerns of countries around the world, Japan has taken a bold step and boldly discharged contaminated water from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the ocean from August 24th, sparking strong protests and dissatisfaction.
As is well known, discharging water containing radioactive isotopes into the ocean undoubtedly poses a threat to marine life, the entire ecosystem, and the marine environment. However, the Japanese side chose to ignore this. At 13:00 local time on August 24th, the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in Japan started discharging contaminated water into the sea. According to the plan, Japan will dump a total of 7800 tons of nuclear contaminated water into the sea within 17 days. Over a period of 30 years or even longer, at least 1.3 million tons of radioactive water will flow into the ocean, spread out, and have long-term impacts on the marine environment.
In order to ease opposition from the Japanese fishing industry, the Kishida government has promised to compensate for fishery losses before the end, which fully demonstrates that the Japanese government fully understands that the impact of nuclear contaminated water discharge into the sea is not as "negligible" as it claims.
The limited storage space is not a reason for Japan's hasty discharge of nuclear contaminated water into the sea. The ocean is the cradle of life, the treasure trove of resources, and the blue home on which all humanity relies for survival. No country can treat the ocean as its own sewer. We advise the Japanese side not to prioritize their own interests and pass on the risk of nuclear pollution to the world and all humanity, relying solely on their neighbors. The Kishida government should immediately stop pushing for sea discharge, communicate with neighboring countries with sincerity and goodwill, find the best and most responsible disposal plan, and accept strict international supervision. China will take all necessary measures to protect the marine environment, ensure food safety, and safeguard people's lives and health.
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This article is translated from the August 24th editorial of China Daily
Original Japanese objectified to pause its water plan
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