AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoKumamoto Quake Update: Japan’s Kumamoto earthquake death toll climbed to 30 as rescuers kept searching the rubble of the quake-hit Aeon mall, where a suspected gas blast followed the initial tremor and extreme heat is worsening conditions for evacuees. Disaster Response: Officials say the hunt is a “race against time,” with thousands still without power or water and shelters struggling to keep people cool. Foreign Reactions: Iran, Nigeria and other countries sent condolences as the toll rose, while China urged Japan to speed up disposal of abandoned WWII chemical weapons. Nuclear Policy: TEPCO began the 22nd round of Fukushima contaminated-water discharge, continuing through mid-August. Economy Watch: Japan cut its growth outlook for FY2026 to 0.9% as weak yen and higher oil prices bite household spending. Local Life & Culture: A UNESCO World Heritage traditional farmhouse in Gokayama caught fire but no injuries were reported. Business/Tech: Japan officially joined the EU’s Horizon Europe research programme. Consumer Buzz: “Tokyo Berry” faced backlash over alleged copying of “Tokyo Banana” packaging.
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