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Beyond pandemic, act resolutely on security, economic challenges / Stand with international community to protect peace
The era of finance capitalism is upon us as industries have matured, engendering a variety of distortions because the main axis of economic activity h...
January 1, 2022
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Defense budget must strengthen deterrence amid worsening security
The security environment surrounding Japan is deteriorating at an unprecedented speed. The nation must contemplate this reality and improve its defens...
December 30, 2021
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Govt needs to support generic drug industry to ensure stable supply
The insufficient supply of generic drugs, which are cheaper than their original counterparts, is increasingly serious. The government and manufacturer...
December 30, 2021
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Top overseas news stories for 2021 reflect pandemic’s continued shadow
The threat of the novel coronavirus has continued to cast a dark shadow over the world. On the list of this year’s top 10 international news events se...
December 29, 2021
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Ex-lawmaker’s indictment reflects recent moral laxity of ruling parties
It is totally unacceptable for a person in a key government post to mediate loans at the request of specific companies and individuals, receiving rewa...
December 29, 2021
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Discussion of Imperial succession must begin without further delay
It is inevitable to squarely address the issue of Imperial succession to maintain the Imperial family system in future years. The government and the D...
December 28, 2021
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Irregularities rampant under sloppy management at Mitsubishi Electric
The rampant misconduct at major companies could shake the foundation of the Japanese manufacturing industry. The latest disciplinary actions must be t...
December 28, 2021
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Japan-related news picks show power of sports amid pandemic stagnation
Amid the sense of stagnation in society due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the achievements of athletes apparently cheered up many people. The top news rel...
December 27, 2021
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Stop exported surveillance tech from being used in human rights abuses
Authoritarian countries use digital technologies, such as facial recognition tools, to suppress and monitor dissidents and control speech. Japan, the ...
December 27, 2021
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Russia’s mistaken sense of national greatness only heightens threat
Does Russian President Vladimir Putin still adhere to the Soviet-era philosophy of expanding his nation’s sphere of influence and competing with the U...
December 26, 2021
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Creating data rules can aid digital economy but WTO must also reform
Facilitating the free flow of data across borders is essential for economic development in the digital age. Creation of international rules must be sp...
December 26, 2021
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Decision on 2022 Games delegation reasonable, but not clearly expressed
Freedom, human rights and the rule of law are universal values. It is necessary to send a clear message that China’s actions, which trample on these v...
December 26, 2021
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Has govt’s record-high budget been scrutinized for efficient spending?
The expansion of the national budget is unstoppable. Without scrutinizing budget items in terms of actual needs, and striving for efficient spending, ...
December 25, 2021
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Use projections to reduce damage caused by massive future quakes
The damage caused by massive earthquakes or tsunami can occur anywhere in Japan. Each local government and community needs to consider how to minimize...
December 24, 2021
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Wages of nurses must be raised to level appropriate for the times
It is vital to steadily improve conditions for nurses who play an important role in the medical field and to realize efficient and high-quality medica...
December 24, 2021
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