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Consider counterattack capabilities to defend against N. Korea’s missiles
North Korea is attempting to improve its missile capabilities by repeatedly launching upgraded missiles. Japan should urgently consider possessing cou...
January 19, 2022
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Companies that are performing well have a responsibility to increase pay
Pay increases are essential for the realization of the “virtuous cycle of growth and distribution” that the government is aiming for. Companies that a...
January 19, 2022
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Use Great Hanshin Earthquake’s lessons to improve future measures
Jan. 17 marked 27 years since the Great Hanshin Earthquake. In recent years, there has been a spate of significant earthquakes in various parts of Jap...
January 18, 2022
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Kishida must take initiative in fight against pandemic to boost economy
For a vision of the future to be mapped out, the spread of the novel coronavirus in the country must be contained. The government needs to deal swiftl...
January 18, 2022
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Knife attack on entrance examinees a selfish act that leaves us speechless
People are likely to wonder how much time the test takers spent preparing for this day. A boy’s atrocious act, which was intended to ruin such efforts...
January 17, 2022
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Tonga eruption must serve as reminder of tsunami’s dangers
The cardinal rule for evacuating from tsunami is to flee if a tremor is felt. However, tsunami can come even if there is no tremor. It is hoped that p...
January 17, 2022
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Map out measures to get through cold spells amid tight power supply
As the severe cold spell continues, the balance between supply and demand for electricity is again becoming strained this year. The public and private...
January 16, 2022
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Create system in which employees, job seekers can pursue new learning
Investment in people is a source of growth. An environment must be created in which working people and job seekers who want to acquire new knowledge a...
January 16, 2022
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Make quarantine period shorter while also expanding testing capacity
Amid a surge of infections with the omicron variant of the novel coronavirus, there has been an increasing number of people forced to be away from wor...
January 15, 2022
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Japan should fully develop N-power technology through intl cooperation
To ensure a stable supply of energy, domestic technology must be passed down and further developed. Japan must proactively take part in international ...
January 15, 2022
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Large firms must not abuse power in transactions with subcontractors
Amid soaring costs for raw materials, many small and midsize companies find it difficult to pass the expense on in their selling prices. Large compani...
January 14, 2022
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Improve administrative procedures while achieving digitization goals
In line with the promotion of digitization, it is necessary to review administrative procedures that involve written documents and in-person interacti...
January 14, 2022
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System needed to stop fraud by scammers using IP phone numbers
An increasing number of scams in which victims are tricked into transferring money have occurred using phone numbers starting with 050. It is importan...
January 13, 2022
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TSE’s market reform insufficient to invigorate corporate growth
The Tokyo Stock Exchange’s reforms are insufficient to attract funds from overseas investors and invigorate the market. Stricter listing criteria will...
January 13, 2022
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Deepening N. Korea missile threat cannot be ignored by world leaders
North Korea’s dangerous moves to improve its missile performance by repeatedly test-firing missiles cannot be left unaddressed. Japan must strengthen ...
January 12, 2022
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