Japan denies giving away city to Tanzania after misinformation sparks anti-immigration backlash

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

61% : Authorities have been in damage control mode for the last few days after widespread misinformation about a cultural exchange program sparked a public panic - reflecting Japan's conservative attitudes toward immigration and a recent rise in anti-foreigner sentiment.
52% : Xenophobia and racism The controversy reflects the growing wave of anti-immigration sentiment in Japan - also seen in the rise of the right-wing populist party Sanseito, which saw surprising wins in recent parliamentary elections after campaigning on a Trump-style "Japanese First" message.
40% : Elsewhere, local mayors were forced to issue public statements trying to reassure the public.

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