The government is expected to consider the timing of diluting the treated water accumulated at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant and releasing it into the sea between the end of this month and the first half of next month. Prime Minister Kishida has expressed his recognition that the relationship of trust with those involved in the fishing industry is gradually deepening, and will continue to provide careful explanations and seek their understanding.
Regarding the plan to dilute the treated water accumulated at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant to a concentration below the standard and release it into the sea, the government is coordinating a ministerial meeting later this month to decide when to start releasing the treated water accumulated at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station after Prime Minister Kishida's visit to the United States.
The specific start date is expected to be finalized between the end of this month and the first half of next month.
Prime Minister Kishida stated on May 7 that in relation to the opposition of domestic fisheries officials, "We are engaged in repeated dialogue with local communities, and I recognize that the relationship of trust is gradually deepening."
The Government intends to ensure the safety of the release plan and to carefully explain and seek their understanding that they will thoroughly implement measures against rumors.
On the other hand, China has shown opposition to the plan to release treated water, including the use of the expression "contaminated water."
The Government of Japan intends to convey to the international community that the release plan has been concluded to "meet international safety standards" in the IAEA = International Atomic Energy Agency report, and will reiterate its request to China to discuss the matter based on scientific evidence.