Japan set to extend Tokyo state of emergency to Sept. 12

Affected areas to be expanded to Hyogo, Fukuoka and five other prefectures

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Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga speaks to reporters after a meeting with ministers on pandemic policy on Aug. 16. 

Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- Japan plans to extend the state of emergency in cities including Tokyo until Sept. 12 and expand the declaration to seven additional prefectures.

The current deadline for the state of emergency for Tokyo and five other prefectures is set for Aug. 31. A decision to extend the emergency will be made following a meeting of an expert advisory committee on Tuesday.

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