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Putin breaks with global order by recognizing Ukraine’s separatist areas
The decision clearly violates the principles of the U.N. Charter that stipulates respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of each nation,...
February 23, 2022
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Ruling, opposition parties must constructively debate key issues
How will Japan deal with the prolonged novel coronavirus pandemic and growing international tensions? The ruling and opposition parties should hold co...
February 23, 2022
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Discuss how to protect users above all when regulating tech firms
With the growth of the internet, a major discussion point is how to protect users’ information collected by tech companies. It is necessary to establi...
February 22, 2022
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Make clear intention to protect inherent territory of Takeshima islands
This year marks 70 years since the islands of Takeshima were illegally occupied by South Korea, which claimed them as its territory. The Japanese gove...
February 22, 2022
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Devise ways to use Japan Heritage to revitalize local communities
The initial goal of Japan Heritage — to revitalize local communities and promote tourism — does not appear to have been achieved. Both the central and...
February 21, 2022
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Easing standard for number of workers key to solving caregiver shortage
To alleviate the labor shortage in nursing care, the government is considering relaxing its standards for the number of workers assigned to such facil...
February 21, 2022
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Athletes achieve great feats, but Games leave unpleasant aftertaste
The Beijing Winter Olympics end today. The athletes should be commended for their energetic performances in a difficult environment, in which measures...
February 20, 2022
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Support firms actively investing in people to ensure growth, wage hikes
Moves are growing to encourage companies to invest in people. It is hoped that a system will be developed in which much money will go to companies act...
February 20, 2022
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False labeling of foreign clams a serious fraud against consumers
It is astonishing that the betrayal of consumers by disguising production areas was conducted on such a large scale. There is a need to get to the bot...
February 18, 2022
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Reinforce COVID-19 testing system as border control measures are eased
If Japan continues to implement border control measures against the novel coronavirus that are unusually strict even by international standards, it co...
February 18, 2022
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Russian athlete’s doping scandal debases spirit of fair play at Games
The spirit of fair play, the foundation of sports, has been slighted. Relevant organizations such as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) need to...
February 17, 2022
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Taiwan’s lifting of import ban offers a chance to promote Japanese food
Foods made in Japan are subject to strict safety inspections. Taking advantage of Taiwan’s planned easing of its import restrictions on Japanese food,...
February 17, 2022
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Keep close eye on inflation risks as GDP shows positive growth
Optimism for the future of an economy that was picking up has waned amid the sixth wave of the novel coronavirus. To prevent the economy from slowing ...
February 16, 2022
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Move civil court procedures online with an eye on safety, convenience
As digital technology advances, civil trials are about to undergo drastic changes. It is vital to enhance the convenience of judicial procedures by es...
February 16, 2022
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Review public pension benefits to give senior citizens peace of mind
With the emergence of the “era of 100-year life spans,” it is important to continually review the operation of the pension system, to alleviate people...
February 15, 2022
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