Chinanews.com client, February 4, according to the news from Japan's Kyodo.com, a senior official of the White House of the United States stated in an interview with the media that the health and safety of athletes will be given priority for the Tokyo Olympics.
Data map: Japan's Odaiba Seaside Park displays the Olympic rings.
According to the report, for the Tokyo Olympics, which was held under the suspicion of the epidemic, senior US officials said they are paying attention to the situation in Japan and said that they will "prioritize the health and safety of athletes."
The senior official stated that the final decision on whether to send athletes to Japan will be made by the US Olympic and Paralympic Committees.
"Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and the Japanese government postponed the Tokyo Olympics due to the global pandemic. It was an extremely difficult decision. We understand this deeply."
The senior official also said: “We are working with the U.S. Olympic Committee to monitor the epidemic prevention and control situation in Japan and receive regular reports on preparations.” In addition, according to reports, the US White House spokesperson Psaki also discussed Tokyo at a recent press conference. Issues related to the Olympic Games said: "Our plan has not changed." (End)