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Focus on vaccination speed, not perfection, to contain pandemic
Vaccinations against COVID-19 must be accelerated through large-scale, intensive efforts. The central and local governments are urged to use all their...
May 25, 2021
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Companies in black should seek growth in fields fit for a changing society
Business performances have clearly become further polarized. It is hoped that companies with upbeat earnings results will drive the Japanese economy b...
May 24, 2021
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Upper house reform council must discuss chamber’s role, authority
A series of stopgap measures should not be implemented solely for rectifying vote-value disparities. It is hoped that substantial discussions will als...
May 24, 2021
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Young people with COVID-19 need to be careful of aftereffects
Even after recovering from infection with the novel coronavirus, some people suffer from the aftereffects for a long time. This can have serious impac...
May 23, 2021
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Provide greater support for young people after leaving foster care
It is unjust for disadvantages caused by one’s family and upbringing to continue for a long time. It is important to support the independence of young...
May 23, 2021
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Protect children from indecent teachers with strict punishment
Indecent behavior by teachers toward students is totally unacceptable. Society must share a universal understanding that severe punishment is essentia...
May 22, 2021
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Use Israeli-Palestinian cease-fire as opportunity for Middle East peace
Israel and the Palestinian Islamist organization Hamas, which have continued military clashes, have accepted a cease-fire. First of all, it is importa...
May 22, 2021
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Japan should tap the great potential of carbon-free geothermal resources
Japan, which has many volcanoes, is rich in geothermal resources. The public and private sectors should work together to strengthen their efforts to m...
May 21, 2021
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Fake signatures in Aichi recall drive seriously harm credibility of system
If the forgery of signatures is repeated, it will undermine confidence in the very foundations of the recall system. Investigative authorities need to...
May 21, 2021
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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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