Even full cooperation between the two countries in preparing for the games does not guarantee success. Nonetheless, the two are wrangling over an unnecessary matter. Japan's stubborn adherence to the absurd policy would jeopardize not only the relations between the two countries, but the success of the World Cup itself. The sooner Japan makes up its mind to honor the international agreement, the better the preparations for the event will be made. Japan should not suffer a great loss in order to pursue a small gain.
Fair play is the virtue of human society as well as of all sports.
Japan should adhere to this important principle.