Shii meets ambassadors of L.A.and Caribbean states

Japanese Communist Party Chair Shii Kazuo was invited to a breakfast meeting of ambassadors of the Latin American and Caribbean Group on March 18 and talked about the JCP’s diplomatic activities, the Japanese political situation, and some pressing topics concerning international politics.

Foreign Minister admits handling of radioactivity i n Yokosuka: Foreign Minister

Foreign Minister Okada Katsuya on March 16 admitted that maintenance work on the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier George Washington at the U.S. Yokosuka Naval Base includes handling of radioactive materials.