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Inconsistencies in emergency steps must be resolved to avoid confusion
It is of course vital for the government to strengthen measures against novel coronavirus infections, but it will not be able to gain the public’s und...
May 15, 2021
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Tailored evacuation plans can help vulnerable people escape disasters
Cases continue to arise in which mainly the elderly suffer harm in earthquakes and floods. Disaster prevention capabilities of local communities must ...
May 14, 2021
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Global efforts needed to protect core infrastructure from cyber-attacks
A cyber-attack temporarily disrupted the operation of one of the largest oil pipelines in the United States. To what extent can a government build a p...
May 14, 2021
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New Keidanren head will be tested on ability to deal with global issues
It has been decided that Hiroaki Nakanishi, chairman of the Japan Business Federation (Keidanren) and a former chairman of Hitachi Ltd., will resign f...
May 13, 2021
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Promote digital reform with focus on more convenience for the public
This is the first step toward the utilization of digital technology by society as a whole. A system must be built that is easy for the public to use....
May 13, 2021
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It’s unfair, unkind to target athletes in debate on whether to host Games
As the spread of the novel coronavirus continues unabated, there are calls for the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games to be canceled....
May 12, 2021
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Strengthen testing, border control to block spread of Indian variant
To prevent the spread of the Indian variant of the novel coronavirus, which is said to be especially infectious, it is important to strengthen measure...
May 12, 2021
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China’s disregard for safety in its space development cannot be allowed
China has rapidly been promoting its space development and is now almost on a par with the United States and Russia in this area. However, China canno...
May 11, 2021
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Can new TEPCO chairman change mindset of power firm’s employees?
Yoshimitsu Kobayashi, former chairman of the Japan Association of Corporate Executives, has been named chairman of Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdin...
May 11, 2021
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Pay phones still have role to play during disasters despite changing times
Pay phones have for years supported people’s daily life as an important part of the communications infrastructure. To meet the changing times, while m...
May 10, 2021
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Comprehensive review needed to secure national public servants
Students continue to avoid making national public service as their career choice. To secure the human resources necessary to implement policies, the g...
May 10, 2021
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Mobile phone shops’ sales methods must prioritize customer needs
Many people possess smartphones as a necessity for daily life. Major mobile phone companies need to step up their guidance to ensure that their sales ...
May 9, 2021
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Turning ruins into cultural properties possible with enthusiastic local actions
It has been shown that even a decayed building can be preserved and utilized if it has historical value and the enthusiasm of the local people is high...
May 9, 2021
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Make progress in vaccination drive after state of emergency extension
Has the third state of emergency, which was positioned as a “short-term focused” solution, led to the curbing of infections? Its effectiveness and cha...
May 8, 2021
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Nurture future astronauts who will lead the field of space development
Space development is entering a new era. It is important for Japanese astronauts to continue participating in international projects and enhance Japan...
May 7, 2021
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