Nagasaki A-bomb ceremony set to see record international attendance

The mayor of Nagasaki said Tuesday that a record 107 countries and regions, along with the European Union, have signaled plans to attend this year's ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the city in August.The previous record was set last year, when 100 nations and regions, plus the EU, took part. Mayor Shiro Suzuki said the city will announce the list of participants later, after sending invitations to all those with diplomatic missions in Japan.Suzuki added Taiwan is not included in the current tally, but discussions are ongoing to allow its participation. If…READ FULL ARTICLE