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U.N. expert says Japan should do more for Fukushima evacuees via Japan Today

Posted on 2022/10/09 by yukimiyamotodepaul

By Mari Yamaguchi TOKYO A United Nations human rights expert urged Japan’s government on Friday to provide evacuees from the Fukushima nuclear plant disaster with more support, including housing, jobs and other needs, regardless of whether they fled forcibly or … Continue reading →

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UN experts regret at disposal of Fukushima nuclear polluted water via CGTN

Posted on 2021/04/28 by nfield

By Liling Tan […] “There is simply not enough information on the long-term consequences of exposure to humans and the environment for extended periods of time,” warned Marcos Orellana, United Nations Special Rapporteur on toxics and human rights.  “The planet … Continue reading →

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Opinion: Fukushima nuclear waste decision also a human rights issue via The Mainichi

Posted on 2020/07/23 by nfield

By Baskut Tuncak TOKYO (Kyodo) — In a matter of weeks, the government of Japan will have the opportunity to demonstrate to the world how much it values protecting human rights and the environment and to meet its international obligations. … Continue reading →

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OPINION: Fukushima nuclear waste decision also a human rights issue via Kyodo News

Posted on 2020/07/08 by yukimiyamotodepaul

By Baskut Tuncak In a matter of weeks, the government of Japan will have the opportunity to demonstrate to the world how much it values protecting human rights and the environment and to meet its international obligations. In the aftermath … Continue reading →

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UN experts cite ‘possible exploitation’ of workers hired to clean up toxic Japanese nuclear plant via UN News

Posted on 2018/08/16 by nfield

“Workers hired to decontaminate Fukushima reportedly include migrant workers, asylum seekers and people who are homeless,” said the three UN Special Rapporteurs. “We are deeply concerned about possible exploitation by deception regarding the risks of exposure to radiation, possible coercion … Continue reading →

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