[Background]

With the ongoing release of treated water from the Fukushima plant, public concern over seafood safety is high. The Ministry manages 22 types of major imported seafood (e.g., eel, scallops, sea bream) via mandatory distribution history reporting. As the current designation period is set to expire, an extension is required.

[Main Points]

Extending the designation period for all **22 imported fishery products** subject to distribution history management (from Aug 1, 2026, to July 31, 2029).