Olympics: Local organizers expect accord with IOC on simplifying games

Tokyo Games organizing committee CEO Toshiro Muto said Tuesday he expects an agreement with the International Olympic Committee later this month on "50 to 60 items" aimed at simplifying the postponed games.In a press conference following an organizing committee board meeting, Muto said the items -- aimed at reducing costs and ensuring the safety of athletes and spectators -- encompassed the number of people involved in the games, infrastructure, as well as related events and ceremonies.The local organizers are scheduled to hold talks with the IOC's coordination commission on Sept. 24-25 con…READ FULL ARTICLE