Truck operators demand gov't action on high fuel prices

Truck operators demand gov't action on high fuel prices

OKAYAMA, Japan - Trucks march in demonstrations in the city of Okayama on Aug. 26 to demand the central and prefectural governments take measures to help them cope with rising fuel costs. The Japan Trucking Association held rallies and street protests in 31 prefectures including Tokyo and Okayama. (Kyodo)

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