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What’s being debated in Japan, and what’s trending? The Week is a podcast that sets out to help you stay informed on news, culture and more.
Japan allows in travelers from 98 countries and regions in limited guided tours as a means of reopening while minimizing the risk of spreading infection.
Attracting foreign visitors, in addition to expanding domestic travel, will speed up the revitalization of all regions in Japan.
Member countries should also reflect on why they reelected Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who is criticized for being under China’s influence.
This is the first time that Japan will be opening up to international tourists since April 2020, increasing the daily arrival cap to 20,000.
Although Japan is one of the world’s leading countries in drug discovery, it has lagged far behind in the development of COVID-19 vaccines.