Japan is to "make maximum use of nuclear power", with about 20% of the country's total electricity generation in fiscal 2040 coming from nuclear, according to the government's latest Basic Energy Plan.

Here is what to know about the Japanese climate goals: Under the new climate plan adopted by the Cabinet, Japan aims to reduce carbon emissions by 60% by 2035 from the 2013 levels, and by 73% by 2040. Japan has previously set a 46% reduction target for 2030.

Japan's government approved on Tuesday new targets to cut the country's greenhouse gas emissions through 2040, alongside a revised energy plan and an updated industrial policy for the same period.

Japan's government has approved new climate, energy and industrial policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2040. Reuters reported that the focus is on promoting decarbonisation, ensuring a stable energy supply and strengthening industrial capacity to drive economic growth.