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Japan-U.S. Tariff Negotiations: Seek Progress with Focus on Specified Issues
Japan and the United States have started discussions on specific issues in tariff negotiations. It is hoped that the Japanese government will seek ...
May 4, 2025
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Road Cave-in Accident: Wasn’t There Any Way to Save the Driver?
An entirely blameless person was trapped underground, and even a search operation could not be conducted for three months. This is truly tragic. It...
May 4, 2025
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Constitution Day: Squarely Face Changing Times, Issues as Starting Point for Review / Urgent Need to Respond to Digitalization, AI
The international situation is drastically changing and the security environment around Japan also is gravely deteriorating. Preparing for large-sc...
May 3, 2025
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Wrong-way Driving on Expressways: Devise Ways to Send Warning to Drivers When Mistakes Occur
There are a number of accidents caused by vehicles driving in the wrong direction on expressways. The central government and expressway companies s...
May 2, 2025
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Trump Administration: Will it Destroy U.S. Values by itself?
One hundred days have passed since U.S. President Donald Trump returned to power. It has become clear that there is a danger of his administration ...
May 2, 2025
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‘Approval’ of Tomari nuclear power plant: Early restart will support industry
The Nuclear Regulation Authority has acknowledged that the No. 3 reactor of the Tomari nuclear power plant, which is operated by Hokkaido Electric ...
May 1, 2025
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Pension system reform bill: The government cannot just keep fearing criticism
In order for everyone to live out their senior years with peace of mind, it is essential to continuously review the public pension system.
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May 1, 2025
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Post Offices’ Improper Roll Calls for Drivers: Deep-rooted Culture of Disregard for Laws and Regulations
Another large-scale violation of laws and regulations has been uncovered at the Japan Post Group. Why is there a spate of scandals at one of Japan’...
April 30, 2025
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Vision for Disaster Prevention Agency: What Role The New Organization Will Play Is Not Yet Clear
Both a Nankai Trough earthquake and an earthquake directly beneath the Tokyo metropolitan area are said to have a high probability of occurring wit...
April 30, 2025
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Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement: Work with EU to protect free trade
The high tariff policy of the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has thrown the global economy into turmoil, and the free trade system t...
April 29, 2025
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Heatstroke in Workplace: Preventive Measures and Quick Responses Will Save Lives
As the heat has been intensifying, the risk of heatstroke is increasing. Fatal cases have occurred while people were working, not only outside but ...
April 29, 2025
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Myanmar Earthquake: Put relief efforts first and achieve ceasefire
Even though one month has passed since the earthquake struck, the civil war between the military and resistance forces in Myanmar continues, leavin...
April 28, 2025
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Shortage of Commissioned Welfare Volunteers: Review System to Make It Reasonable in Line with Changing Times
There is a serious shortage of commissioned welfare volunteers who are closely involved in welfare activities in local communities. In light of the...
April 28, 2025
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Freelance Law: Companies Should Take Lead in Protecting Workers in Weak Position
Freelancers who receive jobs from companies are in a weak position. The Japan Fair Trade Commission has taken steps to correct problematic transact...
April 27, 2025
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Rise in Measles Patients: Pay Close Attention to Outbreaks Overseas
With the number of measles patients rising worldwide, there has also been a spate of cases reported in Japan. Caution is needed, as people now trav...
April 27, 2025
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