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Dealing with downpours requires planning, preparation and practice
This summer, various parts of the country were hit by torrential rains, bringing the threat of disasters closer to home. It is vital to refresh our aw...
September 2, 2022
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Achievements in ending Cold War will not be forgotten
His achievements in ending the Cold War with the United States, in pursuit of peaceful coexistence in the international community, must again be laude...
September 1, 2022
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Proceed with policies and steadily produce results
If policies are changed time and again without sufficient consideration, confusion will arise. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida needs to map out a clear s...
September 1, 2022
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Unreasonable demands from Russia could be on the horizon
To ensure that Japan’s energy supply is not hampered, Mitsui & Co. and Mitsubishi Corp. must do their best in cooperation with the central government....
August 31, 2022
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Digitization must make it convenient for people to interact with government
It has been one year since the Digital Agency was established last September. It is difficult to say that the agency has achieved anything that the pu...
August 31, 2022
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Promote development via assistance for high-quality infrastructure
The world’s attention is focused on Africa, where economic growth is expected. Japan needs to increase its presence in the region by taking advantage ...
August 30, 2022
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Transition to communities must be done flexibly to meet school circumstances
How can school-run club activities, which are becoming increasingly difficult to maintain due to the low birth rate and growing burden on teachers, be...
August 30, 2022
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Swift decision-making holds key for government’s emergency authorizations
China’s military drills around Taiwan have highlighted the likelihood that Japan could become caught in a crisis in the event of a contingency. The go...
August 29, 2022
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Ascertain precise situation regarding suspected trafficking
Cases of suspected organ trafficking have recently emerged with regard to overseas organ transplants mediated by a private organization. The governmen...
August 29, 2022
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Russia’s domineering acts stymie nuclear disarmament
Trying to justify the military use of nuclear power plants and turning its back on the international norm to promote nuclear disarmament is an act of ...
August 28, 2022
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Can Baba transform the party into a national force?
Nippon Ishin no Kai (Japan Innovation Party) is an increasing presence among the opposition parties, but its foundation is not strong enough. Whether ...
August 28, 2022
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Nuclear power vital to overcoming electricity crisis
Nuclear power plants, which can provide a stable power supply, have become increasingly important amid the ongoing electricity supply crunch. The gov...
August 27, 2022
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Tap merits of classroom tech while avoiding downsides
The use of digital materials in the field of education has both advantages and challenges. It is hoped that efforts will be made to explore ways to u...
August 27, 2022
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Tragedy the result of complacency by police unused to such attacks / Establish a system appropriate for times of crisis
The mission of guarding very important persons is to protect the potential target at all costs. The police must face up to their painful failure to ac...
August 26, 2022
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Relations have gone from honeymoon to tension-filled
From South Korea’s perspective, China — which fully supports North Korea — no longer contributes to the stability of the Korean Peninsula. It may be i...
August 25, 2022
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