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New PM Yoshihide Suga says Japan is determined to host Olympics ‘as proof humanity has defeated’ COVID-19 pandemic.
From: Inside Story
Should sporting events go ahead during the pandemic?
Renewed questions on whether postponed Tokyo Olympics will be held.
23 Jan 2021
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Measures for athletes are likely to include coronavirus testing within 72 hours before arrival in Japan.
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A record 2,201 cases were reported on Wednesday, prompting Tokyo authorities to move city to highest alert level.
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