“China has banned imports of Japanese aquatic products”: Trending hashtag on Chinese social media
Japan began to release treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean on August 24th. Although IAEA’s report indicates that it complies with international safety standards and executives of the Tokyo Electric Power Company claimed the release would be suspended if there were any issues detected. This controversial act has received strong rebukes from neighboring countries and […]
The seafood market in China amid Japan’s import ban and Fukushima water release
China is the world’s first consumer of fish and seafood. In 2023, its revenue is valued to be around USD 88 billion, and it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% between 2023 and 2028. However, on August 24, Japan discharged potentially radioactive water in the Pacific Ocean and consequently the Chinese government […]