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Planned fare system should enable railways to enhance safety, accessibility
The installation of elevators and platform doors in train stations will greatly benefit users. It is important to obtain a broad understanding of the ...
January 8, 2022
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Promote concrete measures to strengthen Japan-U.S. alliance
The security environment surrounding Japan is rapidly deteriorating. In order to further strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance, Japan itself needs to pla...
January 8, 2022
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Work to ensure medical treatment amid omicron variant’s rapid spread
The number of people infected with the novel coronavirus has begun to increase again. It is necessary to strengthen infection control measures and est...
January 7, 2022
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Attract semiconductor manufacturers to strengthen domestic industry
Countries are actively trying to attract companies to establish semiconductor production bases. Japan also needs to promote human resource development...
January 7, 2022
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OPEC+ needs to create stable crude oil supply to support global growth
High crude oil prices continue to be a reason for inflation worldwide. Oil-producing countries need to make efforts to create a stable supply of crude...
January 6, 2022
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N. Korea should stop folly of missile launches that only further isolation
What does North Korea think it can gain by promoting nuclear and missile development that threatens regional stability? The international community mu...
January 6, 2022
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Myriad issues face Kishida even as he tackles pandemic / Parties should engage in constructive talks
To contain the spread of the novel coronavirus and revive the economy, it is essential to make proper policy decisions and have the capability to impl...
January 5, 2022
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Chart a clear path to achieving virtuous economic cycle / Change companies’ negative mindset
Japan lost sight a long while ago of a virtuous economic cycle. In 2022, the country must ensure the recovery of the economy, which has been weighed d...
January 4, 2022
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China-style expansion must not be left unchecked as intl order changes
The world is undergoing a period of change comparable to the time when the Cold War ended. The conflict between U.S.-led democracy and the authoritari...
January 3, 2022
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Tokyo Games’ final cost estimate shows bid numbers were unrealistic
Although there were no additional funds required from the public coffers in the end — a situation that had been feared — the cost of the 2020 Tokyo Ga...
January 2, 2022
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Vital industry must be protected amid transition to electric vehicles
As part of efforts to achieve decarbonization, automakers are strengthening their sales strategies for electric vehicles. The public and private secto...
January 2, 2022
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Beyond pandemic, act resolutely on security, economic challenges / Stand with international community to protect peace
The era of finance capitalism is upon us as industries have matured, engendering a variety of distortions because the main axis of economic activity h...
January 1, 2022
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Defense budget must strengthen deterrence amid worsening security
The security environment surrounding Japan is deteriorating at an unprecedented speed. The nation must contemplate this reality and improve its defens...
December 30, 2021
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Govt needs to support generic drug industry to ensure stable supply
The insufficient supply of generic drugs, which are cheaper than their original counterparts, is increasingly serious. The government and manufacturer...
December 30, 2021
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Top overseas news stories for 2021 reflect pandemic’s continued shadow
The threat of the novel coronavirus has continued to cast a dark shadow over the world. On the list of this year’s top 10 international news events se...
December 29, 2021
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