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World in Progress: Fukushima 10 years on

March 10, 2021

Fukushima in Japan, March 11, 2011. An earthquake, a tsunami and three nuclear meltdowns. Much has happened since then: Cities have been rebuilt, protective walls erected, work continued on the damaged nuclear power plant. Export restrictions for many products have been largely lifted. But only a few people who had to flee their homes ten years ago have actually returned to the region.

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Kathrin Erdmann went to visit the places worst-affected by the 2011 disaster, speaking to people about their experiences and meeting others who would prefer to look towards the future rather than contemplate the past. Her report is presented by Ineke Mules.

Sarah Steffen Author and editor with a keen interest on underreported crises.