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Intensive Diet deliberations: LDP factions face challenge of dispelling distrust over hidden funds
If the ruling Liberal Democratic Party is unable to dispel suspicion over the funding practices of its factions, it could find itself in a crisis. Pri...
December 9, 2023
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Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant: Implement thorough improvement measures to restart operations
Nuclear power plants can provide a stable supply of electricity and restarting them will have a significant impact on economic activities and people’s...
December 9, 2023
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Global AI Guidelines: Formulate Regulations by Putting Top Priority on Safety
It is significant that the Group of Seven advanced nations have compiled international rules toward regulating artificial intelligence, which has been...
December 8, 2023
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Review of NTT Law: Strategy to Enhance Competitiveness Needed in Telecommunications Sector
What regulations should be in place to strengthen the international competitiveness of Japan’s information and telecommunications sector while maintai...
December 8, 2023
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Factions’ Fundraising Scandal: LDP Must Be Accountable for Allegations
Allegations surrounding political fundraising parties have come to light one after another, and distrust in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party has on...
December 7, 2023
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Far Right’s Rise in Europe: Serious alarm Sounded for Established Political Parties
Xenophobic far-right political parties are on the rise in Europe. They have served as a receptacle for voters’ political discontent over European inte...
December 7, 2023
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PISA Survey: Educators Must Work to Nurture Kids’ Thinking Abilities
It has been shown that the academic achievement of Japanese children is recovering to an internationally high level. Rather than resting on its good r...
December 6, 2023
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Regional Banks’ Financial Results: Management Being Tested over Response to Rising Interest Rates
Rising interest rates in Japan and abroad have begun to affect bank operations. For regional banks, they have also become a factor in the deterioratio...
December 6, 2023
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Nihon University Has Lost Its Way: Now Is Hardly the Time for Internal Strife and Leaving Students Out of The Loop
Nihon University is again straying off course. The university is unable to decide the fate of an athletic team marred by drug incidents, while interna...
December 5, 2023
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Global Expansion of Washoku: Charm of Authentic Japanese Food Should be Promoted Overseas
The number of Japanese restaurants overseas continues to increase. Hopefully, this will help many foreigners learn about the authentic taste of Japane...
December 5, 2023
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Reflecting Labor Costs: Essential Step for SMEs to Realize Wage Increases
To overcome high prices and to achieve a virtuous cycle in the economy, it is essential to realize wage increases at small and medium-sized enterprise...
December 4, 2023
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Argentina: Economic Turmoil Gives Rise to Radical President
A right-wing economist who has pledged to implement radical restructuring measures is set to become the new president of Argentina, a South American c...
December 4, 2023
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Opening of COP28 / Boost Momentum of Measures to Combat Global Warming
Extreme climate events such as heat waves, wildfires and floods have been occurring frequently around the world, fueling the sense of urgency over glo...
December 3, 2023
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Gaza Combat Resumes / Residents Must Not Be Dragged Back Into Humanitarian Crisis
Israel and the Islamist group Hamas have resumed fighting in the Palestinian territory of Gaza. The residents, with nowhere to flee, should not be dra...
December 3, 2023
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Emergency Contraceptive Drug: Establish System to Reduce Burden on Women in Desperate Situations
Over-the-counter sales of emergency contraceptive pills have started at pharmacies on a trial basis in order to prevent unintended pregnancies due to ...
December 2, 2023
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