Tokyo Gov. To Work With Japanese PM On Coronavirus Response

The Governor of Tokyo is collaborating with Japan's Prime Minister to address the COVID-19 pandemic. The Tokyo Olympics, initially scheduled for this year, have been postponed to July 2021 due to the pandemic. Tokyo has seen a significant rise in COVID-19 cases, with over 100 new daily cases reported for five consecutive days. Governor Yuriko Koike, recently reelected, is urging residents to limit travel and plans to establish a CDC-like group to manage the pandemic response. If the situation allows, a simplified version of the Olympics will be held in 2021, but they will be canceled if not feasible.

What was the reason for postponing the Olympic Games originally scheduled in Tokyo?

• COVID-19 pandemic

• Natural disasters

• Economic issues

• Political unrest

What action is Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike taking in response to the COVID-19 surge?

• Reducing healthcare facilities

• Setting up a group similar to the CDC

• Encouraging international travel

• Increasing public transportation

What is the condition for the Tokyo Olympic Games to be canceled entirely?

• If the weather conditions are unfavorable

• If they cannot be held in 2021

• If there is a lack of funding

• If there is insufficient participation