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Stop Japanese businesses’ exodus from defense industry
The domestic defense industry is an important pillar that supports Japan’s national security. The industry should be regarded as part of the nation’s...
October 3, 2022
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Truck maker should take severe administrative punishment seriously
The government has imposed a severe administrative punishment on major truck maker Hino Motors, Ltd. after irregularities in the company’s quality in...
October 3, 2022
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As part of the West, Meloni’s govt must cooperate on policy toward Russia
Italy has an important role in responding to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as a member of the Group of Seven advanced nations and the European Union, w...
October 2, 2022
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Government needs to ask for understanding of increased burden
As medical costs continue to grow, there is no way to avoid asking the elderly to bear a certain burden. The government needs to persistently call for...
October 2, 2022
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Russia must not be allowed to steal another country’s territory
The “referendums” under Russian military occupation are nothing but a farce. The fabricated results have no legitimacy. Russia’s move to annex Ukrai...
October 1, 2022
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Reaffirm the importance of writing by hand
With the proliferation of digital devices, many people may feel that they can no longer properly write kanji characters. It is necessary to rethink ho...
October 1, 2022
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Take firm action over Russia’s treatment of Japanese diplomat
It is totally unacceptable to infringe on consular status, which is protected by an international treaty. The government should respond firmly to suc...
September 30, 2022
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Threat of tactical nuclear weapons cannot be left unchecked
North Korea has repeatedly test-fired ballistic missiles that are difficult to intercept with existing defense systems. Japan, the United States and ...
September 30, 2022
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Return to origins of pledge of friendship / Beijing’s hegemonic behavior unacceptable
Fifty years have passed since the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and China. Although the international situation has changed and ...
September 29, 2022
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Mourners honor achievements of former prime minister / Diplomatic legacy must be strategically utilized
That so many dignitaries from overseas visited Japan to mourn former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is something about which Japanese people can feel grate...
September 28, 2022
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Revision should not result in neglecting those with mild symptoms
It is important to reduce the clerical burdens related to novel coronavirus infections so that it leads to the expansion of medical care. It is also i...
September 27, 2022
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Authorities must take steps to prevent signs being missed
The number of cases of child abuse continues to rise, and the loss of children’s lives is a tragedy that has occurred repeatedly. The issue is how to ...
September 27, 2022
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Cultivate future leaders, fulfill responsibility as ruling coalition party
The incumbent Komeito leader had been widely expected to step down from his post but, unusually, ended up staying on. He will likely be urged to nurt...
September 26, 2022
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Expansion of public broadcaster’s online business raises concerns
It makes no sense for NHK to endlessly expand its online business, using receiving fees collected from TV viewers. The public broadcaster should prev...
September 26, 2022
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Urgent need to strengthen deterrence of Japan, U.S., South Korea
North Korea has set forth a policy that allows for the preemptive use of nuclear weapons. In response to this growing threat, Japan, the United States...
September 25, 2022
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