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Strengthen international coordination to pressure Russia
The situation surrounding the Ukraine crisis shows no improvement. Japan needs to lead the international community in closer cooperation and make its ...
May 7, 2022
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Thorough support needed to prevent surge in bankruptcies
Small and midsize companies have been accumulating debt amid the novel coronavirus pandemic. Concerns have been raised that repayments will become a b...
May 7, 2022
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State leader, not the people, proper target of criticism against Ukraine invasion
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and its atrocities there can never be tolerated. But the responsibility lies with the state and its leader. It is not rig...
May 6, 2022
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Risks to global economy must be closely examined
Even though it is important to try to curb inflation by raising interest rates, it would be problematic if the rate hike cools the U.S. economy. The U...
May 6, 2022
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Adults must be watchful for signs of anxiety
This is the third Children’s Day amid the coronavirus pandemic. Activities in schools and elsewhere have long been restricted. It is necessary to rest...
May 5, 2022
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Ever-stronger nuclear capabilities pose a serious threat
Every time North Korea test-fires a ballistic missile, which can be used as a nuclear warhead delivery vehicle, its nuclear capabilities get stronger ...
May 5, 2022
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Is relying on gambling revenue for regional development appropriate?
The situation has been largely different from the time the plan was put forward, for such reasons as a drastic decrease in the number of visitors comi...
May 4, 2022
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Putin’s failure to admit his mistake is prolonging the conflict
Russia refuses to admit its mistake in invading Ukraine. The situation in the war-torn country appears to become prolonged. The international communit...
May 4, 2022
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Discuss constitutional revision to deal with turbulent period / Recognition of SDF must be put off no longer
Today marks the 75th anniversary of the Constitution of Japan coming into effect. This can serve as an opportunity for each and every one of us to thi...
May 3, 2022
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Japan must hasten discussions on strengthening regulations
With two U.S. tech giants having an oligopoly in smartphone operating systems, there are growing concerns that the situation is distorting the market....
May 2, 2022
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Preserve physical strength amid reduced outings
There are concerns about elderly people’s physical strength declining amid a prolonged lifestyle in which they refrain from going out due to the novel...
May 2, 2022
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Kishida must deepen cooperation to safeguard international order
Unless Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is forced to fail, the international order will be shaken to its very foundations. Japan should make every diploma...
May 1, 2022
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Can management efforts alone keep them operating?
The novel coronavirus pandemic has made it even more difficult to maintain local railroad lines, which continue to operate at a loss. Local government...
May 1, 2022
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G7 nations should take lead in putting more pressure on Russia
To force Russia to end its invasion of Ukraine, it is necessary to put even stronger pressure on the country. The Group of Seven nations, including J...
April 30, 2022
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Unreasonable demands from customers should not be tolerated
There is no end to the number of customers who place an undue burden on employees with malicious complaints. It is important to be considerate about ...
April 30, 2022
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