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China Considers Resuming Seafood Imports from Japan by 2025 After Water Samples Declared Safe

Dec 24, 2024, 07:10 AM

China is considering the resumption of seafood imports from Japan, having reportedly concluded that water samples from the sea near the Fukushima nuclear plant are safe. According to Nikkei Asia, the potential lifting of the ban could occur in the first half of 2025, contingent upon the diplomatic calendar and other factors. The Chinese Foreign Ministry indicated that after participating in international monitoring, the country will begin to adjust measures and gradually resume imports of aquatic products that meet regulations and standards. This development follows ongoing discussions about the safety of seafood in relation to the Fukushima incident.