NHK Documentary

The Path Forward: Surviving the "With Corona" Era

70 days after the declaration of the coronavirus pandemic, the global economy is on the move again. But the damage to production, consumption and employment has been severe, and prospects for a quick rebound are dim. Further, uncertain factors abound, including the possibility of second-wave outbreaks and heightened conflict between the United States and China. Japan is pressed to steer a course through these treacherous waters, while coexisting with the virus in the "with corona" era. We explore Japan's choices on the road to recovery, with leading experts in Japan and abroad.