Stibium

Stibium

SHANGHAI, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2025 - Stibium in the periodic table in Shanghai, China on June 18, 2025.

Stibium

Stibium

SHANGHAI, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2025 - Stibium in the periodic table in Shanghai, China on June 18, 2025.

Stibium

Stibium

SHANGHAI, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2025 - Stibium in the periodic table in Shanghai, China on June 18, 2025.

Metal Element

Metal Element

The metal elements "gallium, germanium and antimony" are shown on the periodic table of the elements in Shanghai, China, December 3, 2024.

Metal Element

Metal Element

The metal elements "gallium, germanium and antimony" are shown on the periodic table of the elements in Shanghai, China, December 3, 2024.

Metal Element

Metal Element

The metal elements "gallium, germanium and antimony" are shown on the periodic table of the elements in Shanghai, China, December 3, 2024.

Metal Element

Metal Element

The metal elements "gallium, germanium and antimony" are shown on the periodic table of the elements in Shanghai, China, December 3, 2024.

Metal Element

Metal Element

The metal elements "gallium, germanium and antimony" are shown on the periodic table of the elements in Shanghai, China, December 3, 2024.

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL-CHINA-4TH UNIVERSAL PERIODIC REVIEW

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL-CHINA-4TH UNIVERSAL PERIODIC REVIEW

(240705) -- GENEVA, July 5, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Chen Xu (C, Front), permanent representative of China to the United Nations (UN) Office in Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland, speaks during the 56th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, July 4, 2024. China on Thursday concluded its 4th UN Human Rights Council Universal Periodic Review (UPR) process, which its delegation head described as smooth and successful. TO GO WITH "China completes 4th Universal Periodic Review at UN Human Rights Council" Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Lian Yi)

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL-CHINA-4TH UNIVERSAL PERIODIC REVIEW

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL-CHINA-4TH UNIVERSAL PERIODIC REVIEW

(240705) -- GENEVA, July 5, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 4, 2024 shows a view of the 56th session of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland. China on Thursday concluded its 4th UN Human Rights Council Universal Periodic Review (UPR) process, which its delegation head described as smooth and successful. TO GO WITH "China completes 4th Universal Periodic Review at UN Human Rights Council" Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Lian Yi)

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-CHEN XU-INTERVIEW

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-CHEN XU-INTERVIEW

(240128) -- GENEVA, Jan. 28, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Chen Xu, permanent representative of China to the UN office at Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland, gives an interview to Xinhua in Geneva, Switzerland. TO GO WITH "Interview: China delivers good performance in UN periodic review of human rights -- ambassador" (Xinhua/Lian Yi)

China delivers good performance in UN periodic review of human rights: ambassador

STORY: China delivers good performance in UN periodic review of human rights: ambassador SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 23-26, 2024 & file DATELINE: Jan. 27, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:07 LOCATION: GENEVA, Switzerland CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the conference 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): CHEN XU, Permanent representative of China to the UN office at Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland 3. various of China STORYLINE: China has delivered good performance in the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) conducted by the United Nations Human Rights Council, China's top diplomat in Geneva Chen Xu told Xinhua on Friday. Chen's remarks came after the UPR Working Group adopted the recommendations made to China, whose achievements in human rights won international acclaim at its fourth review earlier this week. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): CHEN XU, Permanent representative of China to the UN office at Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland "In recent years, China has made great achievements i

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-UN-HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL-UPR WORKING GROUP-RECOMMENDATIONS MADE TO CHINA-ADOPTION

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-UN-HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL-UPR WORKING GROUP-RECOMMENDATIONS MADE TO CHINA-ADOPTION

(240126) -- GENEVA, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on Jan. 26, 2024 shows the fourth round of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) conducted by the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland. The recommendations made to China were adopted here Friday by the 45th session of the UN Human Rights Council's Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group. (Xinhua/Lian Yi)

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-UN-HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL-UPR WORKING GROUP-RECOMMENDATIONS MADE TO CHINA-ADOPTION

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-UN-HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL-UPR WORKING GROUP-RECOMMENDATIONS MADE TO CHINA-ADOPTION

(240126) -- GENEVA, Jan. 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Chen Xu (C, Front), permanent representative of China to the UN office at Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland and head of the Chinese delegation for the Universal Periodic Review, attends the fourth round of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) conducted by the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, on Jan. 26, 2024. The recommendations made to China were adopted here Friday by the 45th session of the UN Human Rights Council's Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group. (Xinhua/Lian Yi)

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-UN-UPR SESSION-SIDE EVENT

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-UN-UPR SESSION-SIDE EVENT

(240125) -- GENEVA, Jan. 25, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 22, 2024 shows a view of a side event titled "Putting Development at the Center of the Agenda: Safeguarding Economic, Social and Cultural Rights" in Geneva, Switzerland. The UN Human Rights Council's Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group conducted its fourth review of China's human rights record on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Lian Yi)

Boarding education safeguards rights of Tibetan children: Chinese expert

STORY: Boarding education safeguards rights of Tibetan children: Chinese expert SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 24, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:06 LOCATION: GENEVA, Switzerland CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the meeting 2. SOUNDBITE (English): YUAN XINGYU, Director of the China Association for Preservation and Development of Tibetan Culture 3. various of a boarding school in Xizang STORYLINE: The UN Human Rights Council's Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group conducted its fourth review of China's human rights record on Tuesday in Geneva. At a side event on the protection of children's rights, a Chinese expert shared insights on the positive outcomes of boarding education in Xizang in safeguarding the rights of Tibetan children, drawing from personal experience. SOUNDBITE (English): YUAN XINGYU, Director of the China Association for Preservation and Development of Tibetan Culture "Today, my topic is boarding school. Boarding school is also like the long sleeves. It's suitable for T

China's human rights achievements widely acclaimed: ambassador

STORY: China's human rights achievements widely acclaimed: ambassador SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 23, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 24, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:28 LOCATION: GENEVA, Switzerland CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the conference 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): CHEN XU, Permanent representative of China to the UN office at Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland STORYLINE: China has won international acclaim for its achievements in the cause of human rights during the regular Universal Periodic Review (UPR) conducted by the UN Human Rights Council, China's top diplomat in Geneva Chen Xu told Xinhua on Tuesday. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): CHEN XU, Permanent representative of China to the UN office at Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland "The UPR mechanism is a platform for states to conduct candid exchanges on human rights issues on an equal footing within the UN's framework, and to engage in constructive dialogue and cooperation. I introduced China's remarkable achievements in th

China announces 30 new measures for human rights promotion at UN UPR session

STORY: China announces 30 new measures for human rights promotion at UN UPR session SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 23, 2023 DATELINE: Jan. 24, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:23 LOCATION: GENEVA, Switzerland CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Chinese delegation at the Universal Periodic Review by the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva STORYLINE: China on Tuesday announced 30 new measures aimed at protecting human rights, including initiatives to enhance people's livelihoods, strengthen legal protection of human rights, promote international human rights cooperation and support the work of the UN human rights mechanisms. During the fourth round of Universal Periodic Review (UPR) conducted by the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Chen Xu, head of the Chinese delegation for the review, made such announcement, saying that China considers respecting and protecting human rights as a crucial aspect of state governance. In his remarks, Chen provided a comprehensive overview of China's human rights development path and signi

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-UN-UPR SESSION-CHINA-HUMAN RIGHTS-NEW MEASURES

SWITZERLAND-GENEVA-UN-UPR SESSION-CHINA-HUMAN RIGHTS-NEW MEASURES

(240123) -- GENEVA, Jan. 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Chen Xu (C), head of the Chinese Mission to the United Nations at Geneva and head of the Chinese delegation for the Universal Periodic Review, attends the fourth round of Universal Periodic Review (UPR) conducted by the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, on Jan. 23, 2024. China on Tuesday announced 30 new measures aimed at protecting human rights, including initiatives to enhance people's livelihoods, strengthen legal protection of human rights, promote international human rights cooperation and support the work of the UN human rights mechanisms. (Xinhua/Lian Yi)

Chinese Neta V electric car officially launched in Indonesia

STORY: Chinese Neta V electric car officially launched in Indonesia DATELINE: Oct. 25, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:45 LOCATION: Jakarta CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Neta V electric car 2. various of the launching ceremony of Neta V electric car in Jakarta STORYLINE: PT Neta Auto Indonesia (NAI) on Tuesday officially launched the Chinese-made Neta V electric car and announced its plan to build an assembly plant in the country next year in cooperation with local company PT Handal Indonesia Motor. Neta Indonesia's Director of External Affairs and Product, Fajrul Ilhami, said that Neta V would be sold in the Indonesian market with five different color types. The price on the road is at 379 million rupiahs (23,930 U.S. dollars), including for all documentation and taxes. The price also comes with a five-year vehicle warranty, an eight-year battery warranty and free periodic maintenance for four years. "We have received almost 170 vehicle booking letters and the company will start shipping the Neta V to th

Parade ushers in 2015 rebuilding of Kyoto shrine complex

Parade ushers in 2015 rebuilding of Kyoto shrine complex

KYOTO, Japan - A parade is held in Kyoto, western Japan, on April 27, 2014, to commemorate the "Shikinen Sengu" periodic renewal next year of a main sanctuary and other buildings at Shimogamo Shrine, one of the World Heritage sites in the ancient Japanese capital.

Horse-led carriage leaves Kyoto shrine for parade

Horse-led carriage leaves Kyoto shrine for parade

KYOTO, Japan - A horse-led carriage leaves Shimogamo Shrine in Kyoto, western Japan, on April 27, 2014, for a parade to commemorate the "Shikinen Sengu" periodic renewal next year of a main sanctuary and other buildings at the Shinto shrine, one of the World Heritage sites in the ancient Japanese capital.

2nd reactor restarted at Oi power plant

2nd reactor restarted at Oi power plant

OI, Japan - Photo taken July 18, 2012, shows the No. 4 reactor building (L) at Kansai Electric Power Co.'s Oi nuclear power plant in the town of Oi, Fukui Prefecture. The No. 4 reactor was restarted later, around 9 p.m., the same day, becoming only the second reactor to resume operation after being shut down for periodic checks since the Fukushima nuclear crisis began in March 2011. The building housing the No. 3 reactor, which the utility reactivated on July 1 and brought to full operation on July 9, can be seen to the right.

2nd reactor restarted at Oi power plant

2nd reactor restarted at Oi power plant

OI, Japan - Workers in the main control room reactivate the No. 4 reactor at Kansai Electric Power Co.'s Oi nuclear power plant in the town of Oi, Fukui Prefecture, around 9 p.m. on July 18, 2012. The No. 4 reactor became the second reactor to resume operation after being shut down for periodic checks since the Fukushima nuclear crisis began in March 2011. (Pool photo)

2nd reactor restarted at Oi power plant

2nd reactor restarted at Oi power plant

OI, Japan - Security guards stand near the entrance to Kansai Electric Power Co.'s Oi nuclear power plant in the town of Oi, Fukui Prefecture, at 7:52 p.m. on July 18, 2012. The No. 4 reactor at the plant was reactivated around 9 p.m. the same day, becoming only the second reactor to resume operation after being shut down for periodic checks since the Fukushima nuclear crisis began in March 2011.

Another reactor at Oi power plant reactivated

Another reactor at Oi power plant reactivated

NAGOYA, Japan - Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on July 9, 2012, shows the No. 4 reactor building (front) at Kansai Electric Power Co.'s Oi nuclear power plant in the town of Oi, Fukui Prefecture. The No. 4 reactor was reactivated around 9 p.m. on July 18, becoming only the second reactor to resume operation after being shut down for periodic checks since the Fukushima nuclear crisis began in March 2011. The building housing the No. 3 reactor, which the utility reactivated on July 1 and brought to full operation on July 9, stands just behind.

Meeting on whether to reactivate Oi reactors

Meeting on whether to reactivate Oi reactors

TOKYO, Japan - Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda (L) speaks at a meeting at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on April 12, 2012. The meeting, attended by Chief Cabinet Secretary Osamu Fujimura (R), industry minister Yukio Edano and nuclear disaster minister Goshi Hosono, was their fifth to consider whether two idled reactors at Kansai Electric Power Co.'s Oi nuclear power plant in Fukui Prefecture should be the first since the Fukushima nuclear crisis to be restarted after periodic checks.

Nobel laureate Negishi at Swedish univ.

Nobel laureate Negishi at Swedish univ.

UPPSALA, Sweden - Nobel Prize winner in chemistry Eiichi Negishi delivers a lecture at Uppsala University in Sweden on Dec. 13, 2010. Negishi, a professor at Purdue University in the United States, produced his well-thumbed periodic table of elements from his pocket, showing it to the audience and telling them it was fundamental to his research.

Nobel laureate Negishi at Swedish univ.

Nobel laureate Negishi at Swedish univ.

UPPSALA, Sweden - Nobel Prize winner in chemistry Eiichi Negishi delivers a lecture at Uppsala University in Sweden on Dec. 13, 2010. Negishi, a professor at Purdue University in the United States, produced his well-thumbed periodic table of elements from his pocket, showing it to the audience and telling them it was fundamental to his research.

Inspections insufficient for more than 500 spots at Shimane reactor

Inspections insufficient for more than 500 spots at Shimane reactor

TOKYO, Japan - Chugoku Electric Power Co. President Takashi Yamashita bows in apology at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in Tokyo on April 30, 2010, after submitting to the ministry a report on the review of inspections of the No.1 and No.2 reactors of the Shimane nuclear plant. The company reported that over 500 spots at the reactors were checked insufficiently during past periodic inspections.

Inspections insufficient for over 500 spots at Shimane reactor

Inspections insufficient for over 500 spots at Shimane reactor

TOKYO, Japan - Chugoku Electric Power Co. President Takashi Yamashita speaks to reporters at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in Tokyo on April 30, 2010, after submitting a report on the review of inspections of the No.1 and No.2 reactors of the Shimane nuclear plant to the ministry. The company reported that over 500 spots at the reactors were checked insufficiently during past periodic inspections.

Inspections insufficient for over 500 spots at Shimane reactor

Inspections insufficient for over 500 spots at Shimane reactor

TOKYO, Japan - Chugoku Electric Power Co. President Takashi Yamashita (R) submits a report on the review of the company's inspections of the No.1 and No.2 reactors of the Shimane nuclear plant to Teruhiko Mashiko, senior vice minister of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, in Tokyo on April 30, 2010. The company reported that over 500 spots at the reactors were checked insufficiently during past periodic inspections.

Crown Prince Naruhito found to have benign duodenal polyp

Crown Prince Naruhito found to have benign duodenal polyp

TOKYO, Japan - Crown Prince Naruhito (file photo) has been found to have a benign duodenal polyp, the Imperial Household Agency said March 30. An endoscopic surgery will be conducted at some point to remove the polyp, which was discovered when the prince and his wife, Princess Masako, underwent a periodic medical checkup March 24 and was diagnosed as being benign and not large, the agency said.

Nepal prepared for General Election

Nepal prepared for General Election

A Nepal Election Commission official prepares the polling booth at an voting center in Nepali capital Kathmandu on the eve of General Election. Nepal on 20th November would head to elect new members for House of Representatives and Provincial Council. Over 17 million people are eligible to exercise their voting right in the latest round of periodic election.

Nepal prepared for General Election

Nepal prepared for General Election

A Nepal Election Commission official prepares the polling booth at an voting center in Nepali capital Kathmandu on the eve of General Election. Nepal on 20th November would head to elect new members for House of Representatives and Provincial Council. Over 17 million people are eligible to exercise their voting right in the latest round of periodic election.

Nepal prepared for General Election

Nepal prepared for General Election

Polling booth is prepared at a voting center in Nepali capital Kathmandu on the eve of General Election. Nepal on 20th November would head to elect new members for House of Representatives and Provincial Council. Over 17 million people are eligible to exercise their voting right in the latest round of periodic election.

Nepal prepared for General Election

Nepal prepared for General Election

A Nepal Police personnel stands guard at a polling center in Nepali capital Kathmandu ahead of the general election of Sunday. Over 17 million people are eligible to exercise their voting right in the latest round of periodic election.

Nepal prepared for General Election

Nepal prepared for General Election

A Nepal Election Commission official prepares the polling booth at an voting center in Nepali capital Kathmandu on the eve of General Election. Nepal on 20th November would head to elect new members for House of Representatives and Provincial Council. Over 17 million people are eligible to exercise their voting right in the latest round of periodic election.

Egypt raises gasoline prices by 0.25 EGP per liter

STORY: Egypt raises gasoline prices by 0.25 EGP per liter DATELINE: April 16, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:01 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Cooperation fuel station 2. various of cars fueling up 3. various of fuel stations STORYLINE: Egypt on Friday increased fuel prices in the local market by 0.25 Egyptian pound (0.016 USD) per liter of gasoline. The move is part of a periodic review for the second quarter of the year amid global increases in fuel prices caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The per liter price of 80-octane gasoline rose to 7.50 Egyptian pounds, 92-octane gasoline to 8.75 pounds and 95-octane gasoline to 9.75 pounds. Meanwhile, diesel will continue to be sold at 6.75 Egyptian pounds per liter. The periodic fuel pricing is taken by Egypt's Fuel Automatic Pricing Committee which reviews and adjusts local fuel prices quarterly in line with changes to prices in the global market. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Cairo. (XHTV)

"Nihonium" discoverers hope for greater interest in science

"Nihonium" discoverers hope for greater interest in science

Kyushu University professor Kosuke Morita (L), head of a team of researchers who discovered element 113, and science minister Hiroshi Hase, point at the superheavy synthetic element on a periodic table at a press conference at the Riken institute's research center in Wako, Saitama Prefecture, near Tokyo on June 9, 2016. The scientists plan to name it "nihonium" as "Nihon" means Japan in Japanese. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

"Nihonium" discoverers hope for greater interest in science

"Nihonium" discoverers hope for greater interest in science

Kyushu University professor Kosuke Morita, who led a team of scientists in the discovery of element 113, speaks at a press conference at the Riken institute's research center in Wako, Saitama Prefecture, near Tokyo on June 9, 2016. Morita voiced hope the addition of what the scientists plan to name "nihonium," with "Nihon" meaning Japan in Japanese, to the periodic table will help nurture young people's interest in science. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

"Nihonium" discoverers hope for greater interest in science

"Nihonium" discoverers hope for greater interest in science

Kyushu University professor Kosuke Morita, head of a team of scientists who discovered element 113, points to the superheavy synthetic element on a periodic table at a press conference at the Riken institute's research center in Wako, Saitama Prefecture, near Tokyo on June 9, 2016. They plan to name it "nihonium" as "Nihon" means Japan in Japanese. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

"Nihonium" discoverers hope for greater interest in science

"Nihonium" discoverers hope for greater interest in science

Element 113, a superheavy synthetic element discovered by Japanese scientists, is being pointed out on a periodic table at a press conference at the Riken institute's research center in Wako, Saitama Prefecture, near Tokyo on June 9, 2016. They plan to name it "nihonium" as "Nihon" means Japan in Japanese. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Shinto priest explains rite at Kyoto shrine before periodic rebuilding

Shinto priest explains rite at Kyoto shrine before periodic rebuilding

A Shinto priest at Shimogamo-jinja in Kyoto, western Japan, explains a ritual held on March 10, 2015, to prepare for the shrine's rebuilding every 21 years. The shrine is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Shinto priests perform rite before periodic rebuilding of Kyoto shrine

Shinto priests perform rite before periodic rebuilding of Kyoto shrine

Shinto priests perform a ritual at Shimogamo-jinja in Kyoto, western Japan, on March 10, 2015, to prepare for the shrine's rebuilding every 21 years. The shrine is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Crown Prince Naruhito found to have benign duodenal polyp

Crown Prince Naruhito found to have benign duodenal polyp

TOKYO, Japan - Crown Prince Naruhito (file photo) has been found to have a benign duodenal polyp, the Imperial Household Agency said March 30. An endoscopic surgery will be conducted at some point to remove the polyp, which was discovered when the prince and his wife, Princess Masako, underwent a periodic medical checkup March 24 and was diagnosed as being benign and not large, the agency said. (Kyodo)

Inspections insufficient for more than 500 spots at Shimane react

Inspections insufficient for more than 500 spots at Shimane react

TOKYO, Japan - Chugoku Electric Power Co. President Takashi Yamashita bows in apology at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in Tokyo on April 30, 2010, after submitting to the ministry a report on the review of inspections of the No.1 and No.2 reactors of the Shimane nuclear plant. The company reported that over 500 spots at the reactors were checked insufficiently during past periodic inspections. (Kyodo)

Inspections insufficient for over 500 spots at Shimane reactor

Inspections insufficient for over 500 spots at Shimane reactor

TOKYO, Japan - Chugoku Electric Power Co. President Takashi Yamashita speaks to reporters at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in Tokyo on April 30, 2010, after submitting a report on the review of inspections of the No.1 and No.2 reactors of the Shimane nuclear plant to the ministry. The company reported that over 500 spots at the reactors were checked insufficiently during past periodic inspections. (Kyodo)

Inspections insufficient for over 500 spots at Shimane reactor

Inspections insufficient for over 500 spots at Shimane reactor

TOKYO, Japan - Chugoku Electric Power Co. President Takashi Yamashita (R) submits a report on the review of the company's inspections of the No.1 and No.2 reactors of the Shimane nuclear plant to Teruhiko Mashiko, senior vice minister of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, in Tokyo on April 30, 2010. The company reported that over 500 spots at the reactors were checked insufficiently during past periodic inspections. (Kyodo)

Meeting on whether to reactivate Oi reactors

Meeting on whether to reactivate Oi reactors

TOKYO, Japan - Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda (L) speaks at a meeting at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on April 12, 2012. The meeting, attended by Chief Cabinet Secretary Osamu Fujimura (R), industry minister Yukio Edano and nuclear disaster minister Goshi Hosono, was their fifth to consider whether two idled reactors at Kansai Electric Power Co.'s Oi nuclear power plant in Fukui Prefecture should be the first since the Fukushima nuclear crisis to be restarted after periodic checks. (Kyodo)