Japan should scientifically, responsibly dispose of nuclear-contaminated water, says Chinese environmental minister

TOKYO, Nov. 6 (Xinhua) -- Chinese environmental minister has urged Japan to faithfully fulfill its international obligations, engage in thorough consultations with other stakeholders, and dispose of the nuclear-contaminated water in a scientific and responsible way.

Noting that the disposal of nuclear-contaminated water concerns the global marine ecosystem and public health, Minister of Ecology and Environment Huang Runqiu made the remarks during the opening ceremony for the 24th Tripartite Environment Ministers Meeting among China, Japan and the Republic of Korea (ROK).