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Fukushima plant operator warned over contaminated water leak

TEPCO under scrutiny six months after release of treated water began

The Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in 2023. (Photo by Kohnosuke Urata)

TOKYO -- Japan's government has warned Tokyo Electric Power Co. after contaminated water was found to have leaked from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.

Ken Saito, Japan's minister of economy, trade and industry, told reporters on Tuesday that he would instruct TEPCO President Tomoaki Kobayakawa to ensure the safety of the decommissioning process. "Even a single mistake could result in a loss of trust from the local community and society," Saito said.

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