Devastation in Japan: The Aftermath and Implications of the World’s Fifth Largest Earthquake

The implications of Japan’s recent disaster are still unfolding, with recovery and relief efforts just getting underway, multiple nuclear facilities facing possible meltdown, and Japan’s people, government and economy reeling in the wake of the crisis. Brookings experts examined the aftermath of the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan, including the still-developing nuclear crisis and the larger implications of the disaster on Japan’s society and economy. Ambassador Ichiro Fujisaki delivered brief remarks.