At the Pandesal Forum of Kamuning Bakery Cafe in Quezon City on June 29, fishermen and environmentalists protested the Japanese government's plan to dump 1.3 million tons of Fukushima nuclear wastewater into the Pacific Ocean. | ManilaBulletin
In addition to their plea to the Japanese government, the fishermen groups and environmentalist organizations also appealed to the Philippine government. They called upon the authorities to listen to their concerns and pleas and take decisive actions to express opposition to the Fukushima wastewater plan. The support of the Philippine government was seen as crucial in amplifying the opposition and raising awareness about the potential risks associated with the disposal of radioactive wastewater.
The manifesto, representing the collective voice of small fishermen and communities across the Philippines, condemned the proposal by TEPCO , backed by the Japanese government, recognizing its grave threat not only to the people and marine ecosystems of Japan but also to the millions of individuals who depend on the Pacific Ocean's resources for their livelihoods and sustenance.
The Filipino fishermen voiced deep concern regarding the assertion that the nuclear wastewater had been "treated" and deemed "safe" without substantial evidence, scientific data, and transparent documentation validating its safety claims.
Furthermore, the ongoing destruction plaguing the Pacific Ocean, caused by various forms of pollution including plastics, microplastics, and previous nuclear weapons testing, added to the urgency of the situation. The crisis would be further intensified by the disposal of Fukushima's radioactive wastewater into the ocean, making worse the already alarming deterioration of the marine ecosystem.
The long-lasting consequences of the contamination from Fukushima's nuclear wastewater loomed over the current and future generations, especially the fishermen who heavily rely on the ocean's resources.Following the event, a manifesto was circulated, and concerned individuals and organizations had the opportunity to sign it to show their solidarity and support for the cause.
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