ABC News | Japan pushing for IWC changes to ease reintroduction of commercial whaling ABC News A major showdown at the International Whaling Commission (IWC) seems all but guaranteed, with warnings the organisation's upcoming meeting in September will be make or break. Key points: Japan has proposed a restructure of the IWC that would make it ... Australia to 'vehemently' oppose Japan push to ease whaling ban Australia to oppose lift on whaling ban Australia Opposes Japan's Request to Resume Whaling |