Attempt to partner African countries with Japanese cities triggers xenophobic backlash

Cities in Japan have received thousands of complaints amid confusion over scheme that was intended to foster closer ties

Archived version: https://archive.is/newest/https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/aug/27/attempt-to-partner-african-countries-with-japanese-cities-triggers-xenophobic-backlash

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