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Support for Marriage Vital as Number of Births Continues to Fall in Japan
The number of children being born is rapidly declining, and this situation cannot be overlooked. To curb the decrease in the number of births, it is i...
March 1, 2021
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Support Survivors of 2011 Tohoku Disaster; Help Prevent Isolation
It will soon be 10 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, which left about 22,000 people dead or missing. The central and local governments must...
February 28, 2021
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Abuse of Support System for Disabled Children must not be Overlooked
There has been a series of cases in which operators of “after-school day services” used by children with disabilities made fraudulent claims for compe...
February 28, 2021
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Prevent resurgence of infections by easing restrictions in stages
If the lifting of the state of emergency causes people to let down their guard, it would all have been for nothing. It is necessary for the government...
February 27, 2021
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Concern over safety of paying salaries in e-money form must be addressed
The government is considering lifting the ban on e-money salary payments, in which salaries would be transferred to smartphone payment apps without go...
February 27, 2021
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Nuclear Power Plays Major Role in Realizing Decarbonization in Japan
A stable supply of electricity is a prerequisite for realizing decarbonization in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The government must aim to...
February 26, 2021
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Accelerate Efforts to Support Japan’s Development of COVID-19 Vaccines
The government’s reliance on foreign imports of vaccines, which are the key to fighting infectious diseases, is not encouraging. To ensure a stable su...
February 26, 2021
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Make Increased Efforts in Defense to Strengthen Japan-U.S. Alliance
Shortly after the inauguration of the new U.S. administration, a pending issue between Tokyo and Washington was settled for the time being. Japan shou...
February 25, 2021
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Many issues must be examined before full adoption of digital textbooks
Many local governments are concerned about using digital textbooks. Some researchers have voiced warnings over their excessive use. The education mini...
February 25, 2021
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As Demography Drains Local Govts’ Labor Pool, Prepare for AI to Step in
Due to the declining population, it is inevitable that many local governments will become short of staff. It is necessary to maintain public services ...
February 24, 2021
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Help Public Understand the Need for Registration of Unclaimed Land
Is it possible to put a brake on the increase in the number of land plots that lie unclaimed? To realize this goal, it is essential to create an effec...
February 24, 2021
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Convey Takeshima issue to world and raise awareness through education
The Takeshima islands are part of Japan’s inherent territory, both historically and under international law. The government must further accelerate it...
February 23, 2021
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Firms that Wine and Dine Regulators Inevitably Stir up Public Suspicion
This is a serious situation that has raised doubts about the fairness of the regulation of broadcasting. The government must conduct thorough investig...
February 23, 2021
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Rules for Digital Advertising should Protect Businesses, Personal Data
In the expanding digital advertising market, the adverse effects of an oligopoly by tech giants have become conspicuous. The government must clarify t...
February 22, 2021
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Offer suitable support for non-regular employees regardless of company size
The coronavirus pandemic has forced many non-regular employees to take leave from work. The necessary support must be provided to such employees regar...
February 22, 2021
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