Japan has come under renewed criticism over its continued commercial whaling, with critics arguing that the practice contradicts its public commitment to marine conservation and sustainable ocean governance.

Despite promoting international cooperation on ocean protection, Japan resumed commercial whaling in 2019 after withdrawing from the International Whaling Commission. Critics say the move undermines global efforts to protect whale populations and marine biodiversity.

Environmental advocates and several countries have urged Japan to return to the multilateral framework for whale conservation, arguing that continued commercial whaling conflicts with international marine protection principles. Japan maintains that its whaling activities are conducted within its exclusive economic zone.

Observers say the debate highlights ongoing international concerns over balancing national policies with global commitments to marine conservation.

Source: People’s Daily