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‘Festival of Peace’ clouded by protests as Russians get banned from Games
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March 4, 2022
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U.N. resolution condemning invasion is clear evidence of Russia’s isolation
The resolve of the international community to firmly refuse to accept Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has been clearly demonstrated. Russian President Vl...
March 4, 2022
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Biden’s address shows U.S. resolve to protect free world amid Ukraine crisis
The United States, known as the protector of the free world, has shown its firm determination not to tolerate Russia’s invasion of Ukraine nor the des...
March 3, 2022
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Toshiba needs to present clear strategy to enhance corporate value
Even though Toshiba Corp. is one of the most prestigious companies in Japan, there is no end in sight to its management woes. The new management team ...
March 3, 2022
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Heed IPCC warning on threat to ecosystems posed by climate change
Global warming will not only increase natural disasters such as torrential rain, but also will affect ecosystems and agricultural products. This issue...
March 2, 2022
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Defend Japanese manufacturers’ supply chains from cyber-attacks
This was a despicable cyber-attack exploiting the vulnerability of a supply chain. Major manufacturers should conduct a comprehensive review of their ...
March 2, 2022
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FSA must devise framework to facilitate long-term growth, appropriate information disclosure
There have been moves to urge companies to correct the negative effects of pursuing short-term profits alone for the sake of shareholders. As importan...
March 1, 2022
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Meaning of U.N. called into question amid Security Council’s failures
The U.N. Security Council failed to adopt a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and calling for the immediate withdrawal of Russian tro...
March 1, 2022
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Removal from SWIFT vital to teach Russia invasion is critical mistake
Sanctions must be imposed to teach Russian President Vladimir Putin that his invasion of Ukraine is a critical mistake. The European Union, the United...
February 28, 2022
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Prepare future child-family agency so organization can live up to principles
Will a new agency be able to deal with the problems surrounding children and families and come up with bold measures to overcome the decrease in the n...
February 28, 2022
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Protect Japan’s economic security through public-private cooperation
Conflicts between nations over strategically important technologies and goods are intensifying. There is an urgent need to strengthen efforts to secur...
February 27, 2022
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Expand support for adults taking in children under foster parent system
Even if foster parents take in children who cannot live with their parents due to abuse or poverty, it is not easy to build a good relationship with s...
February 27, 2022
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Minimize negative impact of rising oil prices amid invasion of Ukraine
Following the Russian military’s attack on Ukraine and the economic sanctions imposed by Japan, the United States, and Europe, a blow to the entire gl...
February 26, 2022
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Accelerate pace of booster shots for the elderly as deaths increase
While the number of cases has begun to decrease in the ongoing sixth wave of novel coronavirus infections, there are many people who are becoming seri...
February 26, 2022
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Russia must pay heavy price for Ukraine invasion / Outrageous act undermines U.N. Charter
Russia has launched a military offensive against Ukraine. This is clearly an invasion that tramples on the sovereignty and territory of another countr...
February 25, 2022
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