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Beijing Reaching Out to Central Asian Nations in Bid to Rival West
The first in-person summit meeting between China and five Central Asian countries has been held. China’s moves to use its economic might to strengthen...
May 21, 2023
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Uncover Causes of Abuse, Address Relevant Issues
It is absolutely unacceptable for childcare workers to be violent or verbally abusive toward children. The central and local governments must strive t...
May 21, 2023
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Bloc Must Take Lead in Shaping International Public Opinion / Accelerate Efforts for Nuclear Disarmament
If Japan, the United States and Europe, together with emerging countries, can express a common will that invasions will not be tolerated, it will be a...
May 20, 2023
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Take Advantage of Favorable Factors, Facilitate Robust Growth
The economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic is taking shape. It is necessary to realize a virtuous cycle in the economy by ensuring that pay i...
May 19, 2023
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Both Nations must Fulfill Responsibilities to Achieve Stability in Asia
The summit of the Group of Seven advanced nations, a gathering of the core of the democratic world camp, has opened in the city of Hiroshima. Separate...
May 19, 2023
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Consideration for Public’s Anxiety over System Clearly Lacking
There have been a spate of troubles involving My Number identification cards. The government aims to expand administrative services using the cards, b...
May 18, 2023
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Don’t Leave Opaque Business Practices Unchecked
The lack of clarity around liquified petroleum gas, which is used by about 40% of households in Japan, especially in rural areas, has become an issue ...
May 18, 2023
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Seek Understanding for Placing Financial Burden on Range of Generations
The working-age population, which supports the medical care system for elderly people age 75 and older, is under a heavy burden. It is important for t...
May 17, 2023
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Young People Should Be Aware That Criminals Are Taking Advantage of Them
Young people who apply for “dark” part-time jobs on social media are being used as a convenient resources as perpetrators to commit crimes. Relevant o...
May 17, 2023
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Large Firms Must Spread Gains to Small, Midsize Companies
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has eased and the recovery of business performances is evident in the nonmanufacturing sector, including the airli...
May 16, 2023
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Rising Opposition Party’s Policy Positions Tend to Be Too Populist
Nippon Ishin (Japan Innovation Party) is increasing its presence among the opposition parties. The question now is whether the party will be able to p...
May 16, 2023
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Find Ways to Reduce Burden on SDF as Scrambles Increase
With militaries around the world increasing their focus on the operation of drones, Japan’s security is coming under threat as well. Enhancing the res...
May 15, 2023
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Learn from History of Pandemic to Avoid Future Hospital Bed Shortages
A shortage of hospital beds became a serious problem during the COVID-19 pandemic, which continued for more than three years. Learning from this, effo...
May 15, 2023
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Rushed Discussions Will Not Advance Cause of Protecting Sexual Minorities
Discrimination is unacceptable against people who feel their gender identity does not correspond with the one they were assigned at birth. However, a ...
May 13, 2023
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Probe Reveals Lack of Safety Awareness among MSDF Officers
Human error by a Maritime Self-Defense Force captain and crew was the cause of an accident on a destroyer. It is an extremely alarming situation. The ...
May 13, 2023
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