The Threat of Hazardous Waste Flowing into Nagoya Port - April 1995
It was discovered that hazardous waste from overseas had been illegally imported into Nagoya Port in Aichi Prefecture. The imported waste contained hazardous substances such as PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) and heavy metals, and was being stored illegally without undergoing proper domestic treatment. This issue suggests that the illegal importation may have been part of an organized operation involving multiple businesses.
The Ministry of the Environment and Aichi Prefecture conducted a joint investigation, identified the importers, and imposed fines. Additionally, to prevent the inflow of hazardous waste into Nagoya Port, customs procedures and import monitoring systems are being tightened. Furthermore, a policy has been established to strengthen international cooperation with the aim of ensuring proper waste disposal.
This incident has highlighted the problems associated with the global trade in waste, and discussions are underway regarding the need to strengthen regulations both domestically and internationally.
Sources:
- [Transboundary Movement of Hazardous Wastes: Analysis of Enforcement Cases](https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jswmepac/18/0/18_0_84/_pdf)
- [History of the Basel Convention](https://www.ne.jp/asahi/kagaku/pico/basel/basel_basics.html)
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