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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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Boost 3 nations’ cooperation to enhance deterrence against N. Korea
North Korea’s test-firing of missiles is a common threat to Japan, the United States and South Korea. These three countries need to cooperate in facil...
February 15, 2022
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With 5th title, Fujii’s dream to hold every shogi title becoming a reality
The strongest shogi player of the Reiwa era has claimed another great honor while continuing to rewrite shogi records. It is also becoming more likely...
February 14, 2022
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Keep using ISS to develop lunar explorations technology
Extending the operation of the International Space Station (ISS), which orbits 400 kilometers above the Earth, is under consideration. For humans to h...
February 14, 2022
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Govt must present specific steps for accelerating pace of boosters
The ongoing sixth wave of infections with the novel coronavirus cannot be overcome only by restricting people’s activities. It is important for the go...
February 12, 2022
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G7 nations must strengthen solidarity to shore up LNG supplies for Europe
The Japanese government intends to supply part of Japan’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports to Europe. Advanced nations should unite to deal with th...
February 11, 2022
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China, IOC must prevent incidents from overshadowing Beijing Olympic athletes
At the Beijing Winter Olympics, players performing at a top level have been constantly overshadowed by incidents. This is an extremely regrettable sit...
February 11, 2022
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Is social exhaustion behind belief that public safety is getting worse?
Crime continues to decline, yet people do not feel that they are living in a time of safety. Does social precarity, seen in widening inequality and th...
February 10, 2022
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