Message from the world 10 years after the nuclear accident

As it has been 10 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake and the accident at TEPCO's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, various messages have been sent from all over the world.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres "Solemn Day"

UN Secretary-General António Guterres issued a video statement on the 10th, 10 years after the Great East Japan Earthquake, saying, "This is a solemn day to commemorate 18,400 dead and missing. I would like to express my deepest condolences to those who have lost their lives and are still in deep sorrow. "

He also said, "I am still thinking about people who are forced to evacuate due to safety concerns and cannot return to their hometowns." He was affected by the accident at TEPCO's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station. He expressed his feelings of solidarity with the people.

"Japan is a world leader in disaster risk reduction, and over the last decade we have invested heavily in safer reconstruction and have tried to share lessons," Guterres said. He said above that "countries must prioritize the most vulnerable people, such as the elderly and the disabled," and called on the international community to strengthen disaster preparedness and support for the vulnerable. I did.

IAEA Top "Supporting Japan"

Of these, IAEA, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Secretary-General Grossi issued a video message, reiterating his intention to cooperate with Japan.

In a video message, Mr. Grossi said that a few days after the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant 10 years ago, the IAEA sent a team of experts to Japan to analyze the damage situation, and a few months later. He explained that he has created an "action plan" that strengthens the safety of nuclear power plants around the world and has taken measures such as getting approval from member countries.

"The IAEA has been supporting Japan for the past 10 years, and we are still supporting efforts to dispose of water," he said, including tritium, which continues to accumulate in the tanks at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. He reiterated his willingness to cooperate with Japan regarding the disposal of water containing radioactive substances.

In an interview with NHK in February, Secretary-General Grossi said, "Given the difficult situation in which locals and neighboring countries are concerned, the existence of the IAEA is important. If the Japanese government decides on the disposal method, we will cooperate to respond to the concerns of neighboring countries.

Lady Gaga "Aishitemas"

Lady Gaga, an American singer who has been actively working to support the affected areas, such as visiting Japan as an overseas artist three months after the Great East Japan Earthquake, said on the 11th, 10 years after the earthquake, a video message. I sent it.

In this, Mr. Gaga said, "I saw the shocking images of the earthquake and tsunami in the news, it seems like it was a complete day. I thought that there was something I could do, so I called many times that day. I remember that, "he recalled 10 years ago.

"As I have seen and heard about Japan's reconstruction over the years, I have come to respect your straightforward kindness and love for each other. It is the new coronavirus. I think that we are giving hope to the people who are struggling all over the world during the pandemic of "."

On top of that, "I can imagine that there are many people who are still struggling emotionally and mentally. So let's continue to support each other. Please treat each other kindly and with love. Always I pray for Japan and a better world. "

Finally, he concluded with "Aishitemas" in Japanese, saying that he was looking forward to the day when he could return to Japan again.

Israeli military medical team "I will never forget"

The person in charge of the Israeli military medical team, who was active in Minamisanriku Town, Miyagi Prefecture immediately after the disaster, told NHK that he would never forget to interact with the local people.

Two weeks after the disaster, the Israeli government dispatched a military medical team of about 30 people to Japan and set up a large-scale temporary clinic at an evacuation center in Minamisanriku, which was severely damaged by the tsunami. And provided medical support.

Dr. Ophir Cohen, who was in charge of the medical team at that time, told NHK on the 10th, "While I can't forget the shock I saw there, it was very polite despite the great damage. I was impressed by the Japanese people who never forget their discipline and kindness. "

Dr. Cohen still keeps the hat that says "MINAMISANRIKU" that he received when he left Japan, and touched on the doctors with whom he had exchanges and the interpreters, Volatia, and said, "Japan. The experience at Japan was deeply memorable, and I remember the people who helped us every day. I will never forget interacting with the local people. "

Mr. Cohen said that he retired from the army three years ago, "I would like to go to Minamisanriku-cho to see the reconstruction when the new corona is settled."

Croatian Cathedral Priest "Prayer for Victims"

In Croatia, a cathedral priest who has held a mass in memory of the victims every year since the Great East Japan Earthquake said in an interview with NHK, "I have been thinking about praying and deepening ties for the victims of Japan." Said.

In Croatia, a mass is held every year at the cathedral of Zagreb, the capital city, to commemorate the victims of the Great East Japan Earthquake, centered on citizens related to Japan.

However, the earthquake in Zagreb on March 22nd last year caused damage such as the tip of the cathedral tower collapsing, so an outdoor mass is scheduled for this year.

Priest Yoship Kuftich, who has held a mass in memory of the victims of the Great East Japan Earthquake, said in an interview with NHK, "I heard that so many people were killed in the Great East Japan Earthquake, and for the victims of Japan. I have been thinking about praying and deepening ties. "

On the other hand, the Japanese side is carrying out support activities such as sending donations and supplies to Croatia, which was damaged by the earthquake last year, and Priest Kuftich said, "Japanese friends and the local Japanese embassy act immediately. The Japanese have survived the quake, and the Croats are also confronting the quake. I think that unprecedented solidarity and mutual help have been born. "