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Ordinance Should Make Pet Owners More Aware of Danger to Ecosystem
When invasive animal species brought from overseas become established in Japan, they have a negative impact on the ecosystem. It is important to recog...
June 5, 2023
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Limitations of Election System Lie Behind Difficulties In Ruling Parties
Japan is facing difficult challenges, including a chronic decline in the birth rate and a rapidly deteriorating security environment. The ruling parti...
June 4, 2023
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Govt Must Do Everything Possible to Resume Dialogue
People abducted by North Korea and the families waiting for their return are aging. The government must do everything it can to resolve the situation....
June 4, 2023
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Discussions on How to Secure Stable Funding Resources Must Be Held
Measures must be taken immediately to overcome the low birth rate crisis. The government should swiftly secure stable funding resources and take effec...
June 3, 2023
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Seventh Title Brings Shogi Sensation Even Closer to Unprecedented Glory
A young talent in the shogi world is now within reach of becoming the first player in history to hold all eight titles. Many people are eager to see ...
June 3, 2023
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The Allure of AI Must not Make Us Forget Its Risks
Various concerns surround generative artificial intelligence, which makes texts and images that appear to have been created by humans. If the governme...
June 2, 2023
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Lax Budget Decision-Making Process Has been Uncovered
Amid a debate over the expansion of NHK’s internet operations, a violation of regulations related to internet streaming has been uncovered. NHK shou...
June 2, 2023
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Erdogan’s Mediating Diplomacy to be Truly Tested
The fact that the leaders of both Russia and Ukraine have sent their congratulations symbolizes the unique position of Turkish President Recep Tayyip ...
June 1, 2023
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Strengthen International Pressure to Prevent Another Launch
Although Japan, the United States and South Korea called on North Korea to exercise self-restraint, Pyongyang went ahead with the launch of a de facto...
June 1, 2023
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Supply Chain Agreement Can be First Step toward Greater Cooperation
It is important for the United States to be involved in rule-making in the Indo-Pacific region. It is hoped that a U.S.-led economic bloc will be deve...
May 31, 2023
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Obvious Lack of Awareness of Heavy Responsibility
Of all the executive secretaries to the prime minister, the one in charge of political affairs is supposed to take on roles with the heaviest responsi...
May 31, 2023
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Military Threat Hidden in ‘Satellite’ Launch
North Korea has notified Japan that it will launch a “satellite.” It is possible that it will be a military reconnaissance satellite. The internationa...
May 30, 2023
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Yakusho’s Artistry on the Big Screen Wins Recognition on the World Stage
Koji Yakusho’s high level of acting skill, delicately expressing the emotions of a taciturn protagonist, has been recognized around the world. The ach...
May 30, 2023
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2 Organizations Must Deepen Cooperation in Preparation for Contingencies
An armed attack against Japan is not just a theoretical possibility. It has become a real threat. To protect Japanese territory, including territorial...
May 29, 2023
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Legislative Measures Needed to Deal with Garbage-Filled Residences
“Hoarding houses” — residences that dwellers have filled with excessive amounts of garbage — are detrimental to the local environment and cause proble...
May 29, 2023
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