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Last Updated : Thursday, 17 June 2021 (14:36 IST)

Japan to ease COVID curbs before Olympics

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Publish: Thu, 17 Jun 2021 (14:36 IST) Updated: Thu, 17 Jun 2021 (14:36 IST)
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Japan plans to lift a state of emergency in Tokyo on June 20, a month before the Olympics begin.

The capital city and various other regions have been under a virus emergency since April 25.

Japan is considering allowing spectators at the Olympics, though there is no official confirmation yet.

Relaxation of restrictions could allow 10,000 people, or 50% of the venue capacity at sporting events.

An announcement is expected later Thursday after top officials discuss the matter with medical advisers.

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