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Japan athletes make good start in Beijing, help brighten atmosphere
Japanese athletes have won a number of medals in the early days of the Beijing Winter Olympics. Their ability to display their strengths on this great...
February 8, 2022
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Boosting local enthusiasm will be vital to getting 2nd Sapporo Games
To bring about a second Sapporo Winter Olympics, it is essential to increase enthusiasm among the local community. The city of Sapporo must clearly co...
February 7, 2022
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Securities industry must be more transparent about setting IPO prices
It is important to have a system that enables start-ups to raise enough capital necessary in the stock market when they go public. The securities indu...
February 7, 2022
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European Union’s energy policy recognizes value of nuclear power
This could be a sign that a path has been clarified for Europe to return to nuclear power. Japan should refer to the move as an effective means of bot...
February 7, 2022
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Protect dairy industry by promoting milk consumption amid disposal fears
Milk and dairy products are rich in nutrients and an essential part of people’s diets. Hopefully measures will be considered to ensure stable consumpt...
February 6, 2022
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Government responsible for smooth SDF transport of foreign nationals
In the event of an emergency overseas, it is an obvious duty to transport foreign nationals working at Japanese embassies and other related people by ...
February 6, 2022
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Protect rights of children by careful revision of law concerning paternity
A situation must be avoided in which children whose parents fail to register their births suffer disadvantages because they do not have a family regis...
February 5, 2022
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Accelerating boosters for the elderly is essential for overcoming 6th wave
The pandemic situation now is clearly different from the past. It is essential to implement government-initiated measures based on the characteristics...
February 5, 2022
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Games host China must not threaten freedom of athletes / Role of media more important than ever
The Beijing Winter Olympics kicks off amid global instability following a confrontation between the United States and China and the novel coronavirus ...
February 4, 2022
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Identify structural factors behind bureaucrats’ mistakes in documents
A series of mistakes were found in budget-related documents submitted by the government to the current Diet session. According to the government, this...
February 3, 2022
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U.S., Europe must work together to prevent Russian invasion of Ukraine
There is growing speculation that Russia will invade Ukraine, and the situation is increasingly tense. The United States and Europe must work together...
February 3, 2022
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Myanmar junta’s governance without the consent of the people must end
Just over a year has passed since the Myanmar military overthrew the democratic government led by Aung San Suu Kyi in a coup. The junta’s violent supp...
February 2, 2022
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Prevent isolation of family caregivers to stop abuse of elderly people
There have been many cases of family members abusing elderly relatives under their care. There is an urgent need to prevent the isolation of families ...
February 2, 2022
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Cooperating in N. Korea’s missile development can never be allowed
North Korea has again launched a ballistic missile. The international community must step up pressure to stop the outflow of related materials and tec...
February 1, 2022
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Prosecutors must take committee’s decision on indictments seriously
The public was not convinced by prosecutors’ decision not to indict local politicians and others who received large sums of cash during an election. T...
February 1, 2022
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Companies must prepare for rapid increase in staff unable to work
The spread of the novel coronavirus has caused various disruptions in business activities that support people’s daily lives. Companies are urged to ac...
January 31, 2022
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Will public discussion in U.S. pave way for central bank digital currencies?
The Federal Reserve Board has released its first report outlining potential benefits and challenges to overcome concerning digital currencies issued b...
January 31, 2022
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Japan must accelerate development of next-generation mainstay rocket
The business of space development is entering a new era of competition. Japan must quickly develop a next-generation mainstay rocket that can compete ...
January 30, 2022
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Build trust with primary school children under new teaching system
Teaching in elementary schools, where almost all subjects are currently handled by homeroom teachers, is about to change. Highly specialized teachers ...
January 30, 2022
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Japan must defend Sado Gold Mine, campaign for World Heritage status
It is only natural for the government to nominate valuable cultural properties for World Heritage listing, so why has it caused unnecessary controvers...
January 29, 2022
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There is much to lose in cheating on college entrance examinations
A smartphone was used for cheating. How can the use of digital devices to cheat be prevented? Relevant organizations must rack their brains. A 19-year...
January 29, 2022
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N. Korea’s missile firings exploit U.S. tensions with China, Russia
Intimidation by North Korea continues unabated. It is apparently exploiting the fact that the United States is preoccupied with dealing with both Chin...
January 28, 2022
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Urgent discussions needed to secure funds for employment insurance
The employment insurance program is a safety net to protect the livelihoods of workers. Discussions must be deepened on how to secure financial resour...
January 28, 2022
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Investigate suspected cheating on Japan entrance exam; take preventive measures
Allegations have emerged that questions on the Common Test for University Admissions were leaked to outside parties during the unified university entr...
January 27, 2022
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Thorough explanation needed of unusual gasoline subsidy program
The prices of gasoline and kerosene continue to rise. The government must implement effective measures to support households and companies that are st...
January 27, 2022
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Smooth out virus testing system to deal with 6th wave of infections
Appropriate testing for the novel coronavirus is essential to treat infected people and maintain socioeconomic activities. The government must urgentl...
January 26, 2022
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Tonga disaster shows need to guard against communication disruptions
If undersea cables, the lifeline of communications, were damaged in the event of a large-scale disaster, it would be difficult to assess the impact of...
January 26, 2022
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Fully consider residents’ wishes to expedite relocation of Futenma base
The relocation of the U.S. Marine Corps’ Futenma Air Station in Okinawa Prefecture to the Henoko district in Nago in the same prefecture is the only s...
January 25, 2022
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Govt, political parties must deepen debate over spread of infections
Infections with the novel coronavirus have been spreading rapidly. The government and the ruling and opposition parties should seriously discuss how t...
January 25, 2022
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Concrete measures vital to achieving goal for primary balance surplus
The nation’s fiscal condition is deteriorating rapidly, as a result of measures taken against the novel coronavirus. Despite this, if the government d...
January 24, 2022
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