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Fukushima Anniversary

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One year after Japan’s triple disaster of earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear meltdown, Project Syndicate contributors examine the country's recovery, the future of nuclear power, and the lessons to be drawn from Fukushima.

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  1. Fukushima, Europe's Nuclear Test
    pa3374c.jpg Paul Lachine

    Fukushima, Europe's Nuclear Test

    Mar 9, 2012 Ana Palacio

  2. Beyond Fukushima
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    Beyond Fukushima

    Mar 8, 2012 Yukiya Amano

  3. The Fukushima Syndrome
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    The Fukushima Syndrome

    Mar 7, 2012 Martin Freer

  4. Japan’s Resilience Lessons
    ve1499c.jpg Chris Van Es

    Japan’s Resilience Lessons

    Mar 6, 2012 Margareta Wahlström

  5. The Post-Nuclear Transition
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    The Post-Nuclear Transition

    Mar 6, 2012 Jürgen Trittin

  6. Japan’s Revenge of the Mandarins
    c8873803f863872c1c986a00_pa3771.jpg Paul Lachine

    Japan’s Revenge of the Mandarins

    Mar 4, 2012 Masahiro Matsumura

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