Japan declares emergency in Tokyo due to Covid-19, 2 weeks ahead of the Games

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Japan declares emergency in Tokyo due to Covid-19, 2 weeks ahead of the Games
Tokyo Olympics: Japan declares emergency in Tokyo due to Covid-19, 2 weeks ahead of the Games
Just 16 days ahead of the Tokyo Olympics, the Japanese government has decided to impose a state of emergency in order to curb the spread of Covid-19. It is likely that the Games will be held without any spectators in the capital city.