In December, Tokyo 2020 chiefs unveiled a 53-page anti-virus rulebook that they say will allow the Games to be held safely even without a vaccine

Suga's strident tone echoed that of Tokyo Olympics organisers and the IOC, who insist the Games will go ahead this summer

Japan PM says Olympics will unite world in hope

Games scheduled in Tokyo from July 23 to Aug. 8

In this photo illustration taken in Ankara, Turkey on December 30, 2020 a vaccine syringe with a drop on the needle's end is seen in front of a computer screen showing the flag of International Olympic Committee (IOC)

Japan PM says Olympics will unite world in hope

IOC suggests vaccination for athletes ahead of Olympics

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Japan PM says Olympics will unite world in hope

IOC suggests vaccination for athletes ahead of Olympics