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Companies must prepare for rapid increase in staff unable to work
The spread of the novel coronavirus has caused various disruptions in business activities that support people’s daily lives. Companies are urged to ac...
January 31, 2022
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Will public discussion in U.S. pave way for central bank digital currencies?
The Federal Reserve Board has released its first report outlining potential benefits and challenges to overcome concerning digital currencies issued b...
January 31, 2022
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Japan must accelerate development of next-generation mainstay rocket
The business of space development is entering a new era of competition. Japan must quickly develop a next-generation mainstay rocket that can compete ...
January 30, 2022
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Build trust with primary school children under new teaching system
Teaching in elementary schools, where almost all subjects are currently handled by homeroom teachers, is about to change. Highly specialized teachers ...
January 30, 2022
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Japan must defend Sado Gold Mine, campaign for World Heritage status
It is only natural for the government to nominate valuable cultural properties for World Heritage listing, so why has it caused unnecessary controvers...
January 29, 2022
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There is much to lose in cheating on college entrance examinations
A smartphone was used for cheating. How can the use of digital devices to cheat be prevented? Relevant organizations must rack their brains. A 19-year...
January 29, 2022
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N. Korea’s missile firings exploit U.S. tensions with China, Russia
Intimidation by North Korea continues unabated. It is apparently exploiting the fact that the United States is preoccupied with dealing with both Chin...
January 28, 2022
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Urgent discussions needed to secure funds for employment insurance
The employment insurance program is a safety net to protect the livelihoods of workers. Discussions must be deepened on how to secure financial resour...
January 28, 2022
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Investigate suspected cheating on Japan entrance exam; take preventive measures
Allegations have emerged that questions on the Common Test for University Admissions were leaked to outside parties during the unified university entr...
January 27, 2022
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Thorough explanation needed of unusual gasoline subsidy program
The prices of gasoline and kerosene continue to rise. The government must implement effective measures to support households and companies that are st...
January 27, 2022
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Smooth out virus testing system to deal with 6th wave of infections
Appropriate testing for the novel coronavirus is essential to treat infected people and maintain socioeconomic activities. The government must urgentl...
January 26, 2022
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Tonga disaster shows need to guard against communication disruptions
If undersea cables, the lifeline of communications, were damaged in the event of a large-scale disaster, it would be difficult to assess the impact of...
January 26, 2022
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Fully consider residents’ wishes to expedite relocation of Futenma base
The relocation of the U.S. Marine Corps’ Futenma Air Station in Okinawa Prefecture to the Henoko district in Nago in the same prefecture is the only s...
January 25, 2022
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Govt, political parties must deepen debate over spread of infections
Infections with the novel coronavirus have been spreading rapidly. The government and the ruling and opposition parties should seriously discuss how t...
January 25, 2022
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Concrete measures vital to achieving goal for primary balance surplus
The nation’s fiscal condition is deteriorating rapidly, as a result of measures taken against the novel coronavirus. Despite this, if the government d...
January 24, 2022
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