Japan gov't discussing quasi-state of emergency for Tokyo, surrounding areas -FNN

Japan's government has started discussions to apply a quasi-state of emergency on the capital Tokyo and its surrounding areas within the week, broadcaster FNN said on Monday, as COVID-19 cases rise.

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike said on Thursday the capital would implement such measures if usage of critical care hospital beds climbed to 20%.

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