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Tokyo, Sep 9 (EFE/EPA).-Japan on Thursday announced another extension of the state of emergency over Covid-19, imposed in the country's most populated areas, until the end of the month as hospitals continue to remain under pressure despite a recent drop in infections.The emergency, currently in effect in 21 of the 47 prefectures of the country, was set to end on Sunday, but the government decided to extend it until Sep. 30 in 19 provinces. (Camera: FRANCK ROBICHON/KIMIMASA MAYAMA).B-ROLL OF THE CITY OF TOKYO, JAPAN.
Tokyo, Aug 18 (EFE/EPA).- The Japanese government announced Tuesday it will extend its state of emergency in Tokyo and seven other prefectures until September 12, as coronavirus infections across the country spike, increasing pressure on the healthcare system.(Camera: KIMIMASA MAYAMA)SHOT LIST: B-ROLL OF TOKYO, JAPAN.
Tokyo, Feb 2 (EFE/EPA).- Japan Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said Tuesday that his government was planning to extend the state of emergency until Mar.7 as the country continues to struggle with Covid-19 infections, straining its healthcare system.The government imposed the state of emergency in Tokyo and 10 of the 47 prefectures, including Osaka, Aichi, and Fukuoka, on Jan.7.The state of emergency does not mean total lockdown but the government has restricted people from unnecessary outings while restaurants and bars are closed early under the state of emergency. (Camera: FRANCK ROBICHON). SHOT LIST: A LARGE SCREEN ON A BUILDING IN TOKYO, JAPAN, SHOWS LIVE BROADCAST ON FEBRUARY 2, 2021, OF JAPAN'S PRIME MINISTER YOSHIHIDE SUGA DECLARING A STATE OF EMERGENCY FOR TOKYO AND 10 OF THE 47 PREFECTURES, AMID THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE OUTBREAK.
Flood-hit Venice braces for another exceptional high tide, as Italy declared a state of emergency for the UNESCO city where perilous deluges have caused millions of euros worth of damage. IMAGES
Papua New Guinea's prime minister James Marape declares a 14-day state of emergency in the capital Port Moresby, after 15 people were killed in riots as crowds looted and burned shops, adding that more than 1,000 troops are on standby "to step in wherever necessary" under the emergency decree. SOUNDBITE
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