Gov't to work on support measures for those affected by sanction

Gov't to work on support measures for those affected by sanction

TOKYO, Japan - Chief Cabinet Secretary Yasuhisa Shiozaki (2nd from L) speaks at a meeting of a government crisis-response meeting at the prime minister's official residence on Oct. 12. The meeting was called to draw up support measures for individuals and local businesses that will be affected by Japan's new sanctions against North Korea banning imports and port calls from the country. (Kyodo)

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