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The Government of Japan will support the fishermen due to the rise in fuel prices
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The Government of Japan intends to increase financial support to fishermen affected by rising fuel prices.
Association of fishery cooperatives said that the weakening of the yen increases the cost of fuel, so that the whole industry suffers losses. The association is putting pressure on the government, demanding assistance.
Rising prices have forced many fishermen to reduce its activities.