Key words : expanded osaka
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20210130_05/
There is a growing view within the Japanese government that a state of emergency covering 11 prefectures may have to continue beyond the planned end date in some areas.
The measure was initially declared for the Tokyo region in early January to curb a surge in coronavirus cases. It was later expanded to cover Osaka and other areas, and is set to run until February 7.
Daily infections have fallen over the past week compared to the previous week, but the medical system remains under strain.
Elderly people, who have higher risk of developing serious symptoms, make up a growing proportion of cases.
Health minister Tamura Norihisa says it's too early to be optimistic, despite the fact that new cases have recently declined.
The government plans to make a decision on whether to lift the state of emergency next week, after hearing from experts.
Key words : 769
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20210130_15/
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government confirmed 769 new cases of the coronavirus in the Japanese capital on Saturday.
The daily tally has fallen below 1,000 for two days in a row.
The total number of people who have tested positive in Tokyo now stands at 99,208.
Officials say 141 patients are in serious condition. That is six less than the previous day.
Key words : 3,300 new across the country
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Key words : europe manufactured
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20210130_06/
The European Union announced on Friday it will impose export controls on COVID-19 vaccines manufactured in the bloc.
Officials say manufacturers shipping to non-EU markets will be required to request export authorization. They say the move aims to provide greater clarity on vaccine exports, and stressed the need for the EU to ensure its own supplies.
The measure will apply from Saturday through the end of March. Exemptions will be made for countries covered by the COVAX facility, a scheme designed to ensure fairer global distribution of vaccines.
European Commission Executive Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis said the protection and safety of EU citizens is a priority. He expressed concern over vaccines not being delivered on their agreed schedule.
The move comes after drug maker AstraZeneca notified the EU last week its initial vaccine shipments will be less than half the quantity promised.
World Health Organization Assistant Director-General Mariangela Simao described the new measure as a "very worrying trend."
She said no product was manufactured in only one place, and it is "not helpful to have any country at this stage put in export bans or barriers that will not allow for the free movement of the necessary ingredients that will make vaccines."
Key words : johns hopkins 102 million
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Key words : France restriction border
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20210130_11/
France will close its borders with non-EU countries in an effort to stop the spread of coronavirus variants.
Prime Minister Jean Castex announced on Friday that all arrivals from outside the European Union will be banned from Sunday, except for essential travel.
The country imposed stricter nighttime measures two weeks ago, moving up the start of a curfew by two hours to 6 p.m.
But the number of daily infections remains high at around 20,000. Some 10 percent of them are believed to involve more contagious variants.
The prime minister said large shopping centers that don't handle food will be stopped from operating, and police will crack down on curfew violators.
The moves are seen as part of the government's effort to avoid even harsher restrictions.
Castex said, "Our duty is to do all we can to avoid a new lockdown." He warned that the coming days will be crucial.
Key words : johns hopkins decline
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20210130_14/
Restaurants in Los Angeles have resumed outdoor dining for the first time in about two months as new cases of coronavirus infections have been falling.
Data compiled by Johns Hopkins University show declines in the daily new cases confirmed across the United States.
Health officials in the western state of California reported more than 60,000 new cases for a single day in December. The daily numbers have fallen to around 20,000 in recent days.
On Friday, Los Angeles County officially lifted its ban on outdoor dining, prompting some restaurants to reopen patios.
Other US cities have also moved to ease restrictions.
Authorities in New York City have announced that they will conditionally allow indoor dining at restaurants in the city on February 14 if the rate of positive coronavirus tests continues its downward trend.
But some health experts are concerned such moves are premature.
Professor emeritus John Swartzberg at the University of California, Berkeley, said, "Even though the numbers are down, the numbers are so much higher than they were just a few months ago."
He said, "I think we should have stayed in 'stay home order' a while longer."
Key words : biden executive order first 10 days
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20210130_12/
US President Joe Biden has signed a number of executive orders in his first 10 days in office, quickly reversing policies of his predecessor Donald Trump, but not without some criticism.
Biden has already taken action on his priority issues, such as the economy, employment, climate change and racial justice.
He has so far signed at least 25 executive actions, much more than Trump's seven for the same period.
Lawmakers are among critics who say the moves run counter to Biden's plea for national unity. They're calling for congressional discussions and legislation.
Some protestors staged a demonstration after Biden sighed an executive order supporting abortion, a divisive issue in the US.
A poll conducted by Monmouth University from January 21 to 24 shows 61 percent of the respondents feel optimistic about the policies Biden will pursue.
But it also suggests stark differences along partisan lines, with 95 percent of Democrat supporters being optimistic while just 18 percent of Republican supporters feeling the same.
The New York Times says some Republicans are criticizing Biden's use of executive orders as excessive and calling them a betrayal of his pledge to seek unity.
Key words : biden visited hospital
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Key words : protester abortion
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20210130_07/
People who oppose abortion took to the streets in Washington D.C. on Friday to protest President Joe Biden's rapid policy shift on the issue.
About 400 people from across the country took part in the annual rally, organized by an anti-abortion group. This year's event was downsized due to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
Participants marched around the Capitol, holding flags and signs that read "Unborn lives matter."
Last year, Donald Trump participated in the group's rally as the first incumbent president to do so.
On Thursday, President Biden signed an executive order to enable funding for certain groups that support women's abortion rights.
Demonstrators criticized Biden for reversing the healthcare policies of his predecessor.
One protester likened Biden to a dictator, adding that the policy changes will not likely help unite the country.
Some media outlets say Biden's quick reversal of various policies imposed by Trump may contradict his call for national unity.
But the White House says it is acting to repair damage caused by the prior administration.
Key words : biden iran
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20210130_13/
The US administration of President Joe Biden has named Robert Malley as new special envoy for Iran. Malley was involved in negotiating the 2015 nuclear deal under former President Barack Obama.
US State Department spokesperson Ned Price announced the appointment in a statement on Friday.
The Biden administration is considering returning to the nuclear accord. President Donald Trump pulled the US out of it in 2018.
Two other Biden appointments, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman, were also involved in the nuclear deal talks.
Malley is expected to face tough negotiations.
Washington says Iran needs to return to full compliance with the nuclear pact before the US resumes its obligations under the deal. Iran resumed enriching uranium to 20 percent purity this month.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has indicated it will be difficult for the US to return to the agreement in the near future.
Key words : hokkaido abashiri
https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20210130_16/
A railway operator on Japan's northern island of Hokkaido has started a service offering tourists views of ice floes that wash up on the shores of Okhotsk.
The first Ryuhyo Monogatari Train of the season departed from Abashiri Station on the JR Senmo Line after a ceremony on Saturday. About 20 people were on board, mostly tourists from other parts of Hokkaido.
The two-car train features a yellow car with pictures of ice floes and a green one showing a forest. Both have an image in front from a video game that was popular in the 1980's.
The passengers took photos of the snowy landscape and the foaming waves on the Sea of Okhotsk during their one-hour voyage to Shiretoko-Shari.
A young couple from Sapporo City said they were happy to take the first train.
A senior official from the tourism department of Abashiri City said that people are eager to see the ice floes reach the local coast as soon as possible. He said he hopes many people will enjoy the scenery of Okhotsk covered with drifting ice.
The train will make two round-trips a day until February 28.
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