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U.S.-hosted summit highlights urgent need to bolster democracy’s foundations
To stave off the expansion of authoritarianism in China and Russia, efforts must be made to strengthen the foundations of democracy and broaden its ba...
February 13, 2021
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Mori’s Decision to Step Down as Tokyo Games Chief Came Too Late
Yoshiro Mori bears a heavy responsibility for damaging Japan’s image by making inappropriate remarks. It must be said that his decision to resign came...
February 13, 2021
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COVID-19 Vaccinations: Avoid Confusion Through Close Cooperation
The start of COVID-19 vaccinations will be a major step toward the containment of the novel coronavirus pandemic. The government should closely work w...
February 13, 2021
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New Legislation to Regulate Tech Giants Should Be Used to Realize Fair Business
A new law has come into effect to urge tech giants that provide e-commerce and other services to make their businesses more transparent. It is hoped t...
February 12, 2021
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Protect The Elderly by thorough Testing to Prevent Clusters at Nursing Homes
The number of novel coronavirus clusters is surging at facilities for the elderly. The central and local governments should provide nursing homes with...
February 12, 2021
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Kobayashi Kako’s Tainted Medicines Stem from Despicable Irregularities
Systematic, company-wide improper manufacturing procedures and falsification of quality test results have been tolerated for many years at a pharmaceu...
February 11, 2021
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WHO Disappoints by Rubber-Stamping China Claims after Wuhan Investigation
Although an on-site investigation into the origins of the novel coronavirus has finally been realized, far from clarifying the actual situation, it re...
February 11, 2021
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South Korea Must Coordinate with Japan, U.S. on North Korea Policy
With the change of administration in Washington, whether Japan, the United States and South Korea will be able to take concerted action to deal with N...
February 10, 2021
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Pursue Digitization Reforms That Will Bring Real Convenience to Daily Life
It is important to efficiently develop administrative services by making good use of digital technology. Efforts should be made toward reforms that wi...
February 10, 2021
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Establish a Babysitter-vetting System that can Give Parents Peace of Mind
The number of babysitters who visit clients’ homes to look after their children is increasing, and ensuring the quality of these services has become a...
February 9, 2021
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Don’t Allow China to Challenge International Order through new Coast Guard Law
The new Chinese law is a self-righteous provision that is incompatible with international law and order. Any attempt to continue unilaterally changing...
February 9, 2021
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GameStop Stock Rally vs Shorting by Hedge Funds Reflects U.S. Disparities
Trading by a group of individual investors linked via social media in the United States has rocked the stock market. It is vital to discuss how regula...
February 8, 2021
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Attention to Budget Brands Vital in Mobile Phone Rate Reform Efforts
Major mobile phone carriers stepping up drastic rate cuts is a welcome move, but it is not good if budget brands find themselves in a quagmire as a re...
February 8, 2021
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Japanese Government Must Reflect Seriously on Leaving COCOA Glitch Unfixed
The Health, Labor and Welfare Ministry has left a glitch on an app unfixed for as long as four months, even though it urged the public to use the app ...
February 7, 2021
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How Can Megahits Like ‘Demon Slayer’ Be Created to Power Cultural Industry?
This phenomenon is energizing the cultural industry, which is in a difficult situation. The success of the manga “Demon Slayer” is rippling out far an...
February 7, 2021
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