Hyderabad: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida partook in a recent lunch meeting, savouring exquisite Fukushima fish sashimi, a deliberate gesture to address safety concerns linked to the controversial release of treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant. Joined by fellow ministers from his Cabinet, they enjoyed a sumptuous meal featuring flounder, sea bass, and octopus, expressing their support for Fukushima's local fishermen. Meanwhile, US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel voiced strong criticism of China's response to the Fukushima water release, labeling it as "hypocritical." Fukushima water release triggered a debate.