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Ex-lawmaker’s indictment reflects recent moral laxity of ruling parties
It is totally unacceptable for a person in a key government post to mediate loans at the request of specific companies and individuals, receiving rewa...
December 29, 2021
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Discussion of Imperial succession must begin without further delay
It is inevitable to squarely address the issue of Imperial succession to maintain the Imperial family system in future years. The government and the D...
December 28, 2021
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Irregularities rampant under sloppy management at Mitsubishi Electric
The rampant misconduct at major companies could shake the foundation of the Japanese manufacturing industry. The latest disciplinary actions must be t...
December 28, 2021
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Japan-related news picks show power of sports amid pandemic stagnation
Amid the sense of stagnation in society due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the achievements of athletes apparently cheered up many people. The top news rel...
December 27, 2021
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Stop exported surveillance tech from being used in human rights abuses
Authoritarian countries use digital technologies, such as facial recognition tools, to suppress and monitor dissidents and control speech. Japan, the ...
December 27, 2021
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Russia’s mistaken sense of national greatness only heightens threat
Does Russian President Vladimir Putin still adhere to the Soviet-era philosophy of expanding his nation’s sphere of influence and competing with the U...
December 26, 2021
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Creating data rules can aid digital economy but WTO must also reform
Facilitating the free flow of data across borders is essential for economic development in the digital age. Creation of international rules must be sp...
December 26, 2021
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Decision on 2022 Games delegation reasonable, but not clearly expressed
Freedom, human rights and the rule of law are universal values. It is necessary to send a clear message that China’s actions, which trample on these v...
December 26, 2021
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Has govt’s record-high budget been scrutinized for efficient spending?
The expansion of the national budget is unstoppable. Without scrutinizing budget items in terms of actual needs, and striving for efficient spending, ...
December 25, 2021
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Use projections to reduce damage caused by massive future quakes
The damage caused by massive earthquakes or tsunami can occur anywhere in Japan. Each local government and community needs to consider how to minimize...
December 24, 2021
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Wages of nurses must be raised to level appropriate for the times
It is vital to steadily improve conditions for nurses who play an important role in the medical field and to realize efficient and high-quality medica...
December 24, 2021
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Delayed review of monthly allowance for Diet members fuels mistrust of politics
If the government continues to be lax in its handling of public funds, it will not be able to secure the public’s trust in politics. A review of the ¥...
December 23, 2021
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Contain spread of omicron variant to prevent a 6th wave of infections
A case of community-acquired infection with the new omicron variant of the novel coronavirus has been confirmed in Japan. Effective measures must imme...
December 23, 2021
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Mayor’s haste to let foreigners vote stirred up social division, confusion
The local community was divided and confused over whether to allow foreign residents to participate in local referendums. The mayor bears heavy respon...
December 22, 2021
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Use budget to host U.S. bases to boost Japan-U.S. response capabilities
The security environment surrounding Japan is increasingly severe. It is necessary to make consistent efforts to enhance the response capabilities of ...
December 22, 2021
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