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Revise law to end long-term detention of foreigners at immigration facilities
The long-term detention in immigration facilities of foreigners who have illegally stayed in this nation has become the norm. ...
May 20, 2021
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Merger of Aomori banks could serve as template for regional lenders
How can regional banks play a role in supporting their local economies amid shrinking regional populations?...
May 20, 2021
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To move power lines underground, bury bureaucratic sectionalism, too
Power lines are being buried underground to eliminate utility poles — but new utility poles are being installed above ground at a faster pace....
May 19, 2021
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Strong-performing companies should invest in growth areas to boost GDP
The preliminary report on real gross domestic product for the January-March quarter indicated an annualized 5.1% decline from the previous quarter. ...
May 19, 2021
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Govt bears heavy responsibility for failing to take measures on asbestos
The dangers of asbestos had been pointed out from early on, but the failure to take necessary measures led to the spread of harm. The government shoul...
May 18, 2021
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Prevent Israeli-Palestinian clashes from escalating into regional conflict
The armed conflict between Israelis and Palestinians is escalating. It must be contained as soon as possible to prevent it from developing into a regi...
May 18, 2021
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Investor protection must be top concern when considering SPACs
Going public through a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), a type of company that does not operate its own business but exists solely to acqui...
May 17, 2021
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Promote trailblazing local efforts on decarbonization as examples for nation
In an effort to realize decarbonization, a number of local governments have set a goal of reducing their greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050....
May 17, 2021
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Consumer boycotts in China are contemptible attack on foreign firms
Companies have a social responsibility to respect human rights, a principle that has been confirmed by the United Nations. It is unacceptable for Chin...
May 16, 2021
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Take measures to facilitate speedy vaccination of the elderly
Progress has been slow in COVID-19 vaccinations of the elderly. It is imperative to promptly end the confusion and establish a system in which elderly...
May 16, 2021
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Pro-independence party’s win in Scotland could threaten U.K.’s unity
The results of a recent election in Scotland can be described as one of the side effects of Britain’s departure from the European Union. The administr...
May 15, 2021
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Inconsistencies in emergency steps must be resolved to avoid confusion
It is of course vital for the government to strengthen measures against novel coronavirus infections, but it will not be able to gain the public’s und...
May 15, 2021
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Tailored evacuation plans can help vulnerable people escape disasters
Cases continue to arise in which mainly the elderly suffer harm in earthquakes and floods. Disaster prevention capabilities of local communities must ...
May 14, 2021
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Global efforts needed to protect core infrastructure from cyber-attacks
A cyber-attack temporarily disrupted the operation of one of the largest oil pipelines in the United States. To what extent can a government build a p...
May 14, 2021
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New Keidanren head will be tested on ability to deal with global issues
It has been decided that Hiroaki Nakanishi, chairman of the Japan Business Federation (Keidanren) and a former chairman of Hitachi Ltd., will resign f...
May 13, 2021
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