Officials in Fukuoka, Japan, are facing public backlash for spending over US$2 million on overseas "research trips" since 2021. Governor Seitaro Hattori expressed regret, acknowledging that established practices were not followed for these excursions, which included hotel upgrades. The controversy is particularly sensitive given the current economic struggles of many Japanese citizens, who are dealing with rising prices and stagnant wages. AI
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