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Russian lower house poll distorted into a tool to showcase Putin’s rule
In no way can it possibly be said that a free and fair election has been held. Wasn’t the election used only as a tool for Russian President Vladimir ...
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LDP candidates need to put forth concrete measures on pertinent issues
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September 22, 2021
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Help medical care system to protect pregnant women, babies amid virus
This situation must not be repeated, in which pregnant women infected with the novel coronavirus cannot receive adequate treatment and their newborn b...
September 21, 2021
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What is the ultimate goal of Xi’s ‘common prosperity’ initiative?
Under the slogan “common prosperity,” the administration of Chinese President Xi Jinping has come out with a series of measures aimed at narrowing the...
September 21, 2021
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Elderly people need more physical, mental exercise amid pandemic
The second Respect for the Aged Day during the pandemic has arrived Sept. 20. Society as a whole must show consideration for the elderly, so that thei...
September 20, 2021
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Forthcoming cybercrime unit will require greater global cooperation
To deal with transnational cyber-attacks, the National Police Agency will establish a special investigative unit next fiscal year. It is important for...
September 20, 2021
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LDP presidential candidates must present strategies to overcome crisis
Japan is currently facing difficult situations, both at home and abroad. Concrete strategies for overcoming this crisis and securing the national inte...
September 19, 2021
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Prevent decline of local communities amid falling number of gas stations
Under the current circumstances in which the use of next-generation vehicles such as electric vehicles is being promoted, how can the gas station netw...
September 19, 2021
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LDP candidates should debate policies based on national vision
The Liberal Democratic Party presidential election will decide who will steer Japan. The candidates should be aware of the importance of this aspect a...
September 18, 2021
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For China to join Pacific trade pact, hurdles are high — as they should be
Is China willing to accept the high standards of trade liberalization required by the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partne...
September 18, 2021
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Use stricter punishment as a tool to prevent vicious cyberbullying
Defamatory attacks to hurt others with uncaring words are rampant on the internet. The current legal system needs to be revised to prevent serious har...
September 17, 2021
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Next-generation nuclear reactors needed to help decarbonize world
Anticipation is growing worldwide for new technologies such as small nuclear reactors to be part of efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. To pre...
September 17, 2021
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Impact of soaring grain prices on households, companies worrisome
The prices of wheat and other grains have been soaring worldwide. The impact is felt widely, from household budgets to businesses. The public and priv...
September 16, 2021
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North Korea risks closing door to dialogue with senseless provocations
This is a succession of military provocations by North Korea. The Japanese government must rationally analyze Pyongyang’s intentions and take measures...
September 16, 2021
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Fujii’s feat augurs new shogi era as youngest to ever hold 3 titles
A young genius has again rewritten the history of the shogi world. It can be said that he has steadily risen through the ranks to become the strongest...
September 15, 2021
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