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Organize data held on digital devices as soon as possible
What will happen to the documents, images, access privileges to bank accounts and other data on people’s computers or smartphones after their death? A...
January 7, 2023
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New system must keep everyone vigilant after initial shaking subsides
It is necessary to keep in mind that a strong earthquake could be followed by another one that is even more powerful. It is important to remain alert ...
January 6, 2023
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Netanyahu must not raise regional tensions with hard-line stance
A new government has been formed in Israel, with Benjamin Netanyahu sworn in as the country’s prime minister again after spending 1½ years out of powe...
January 6, 2023
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Times of political difficulty call for fortitude and finesse / Stable footing no excuse for complacency
There are a mountain of issues that need to be addressed, such as a declining population and soaring prices. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida must regain ...
January 5, 2023
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Make 2023 a year of progress toward large wage hikes / Approach policies with world’s structural changes in mind
The Japanese economy has entered a new year facing a new challenge of high prices. This will be a year in which the government will be tested as to wh...
January 4, 2023
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Control by superpowers through use of force unacceptable / Strengthen unity to protect freedom, cooperation
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has changed the world drastically. Invasion of another country by a nuclear superpower for the purpose of territorial exp...
January 3, 2023
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Government funding for scientist body carries significant weight
The Science Council of Japan is an organization representing scientists in Japan. It is important to strengthen its policy proposal function and link ...
January 2, 2023
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Speed up technological innovation to make use of hydrogen
The efforts of the steel industry, which accounts for 40% of the carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions of the entire manufacturing industry, are essential fo...
January 2, 2023
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Japan should lead in building a peaceful world / Enhance powers of defense, diplomacy, morality
It was in April 1945 that relevant nations gathered in San Francisco to begin creating the United Nations, which was eventually established in October...
January 1, 2023
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Let families face inevitable grief, unmixed with needless extra regret
It is hoped that those who died will be sent off with heartfelt feelings and precious memories. That sentiment should not change even if the deceased ...
December 30, 2022
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Encourage political and economic independence through steady support
Central Asia is sandwiched between China and Russia and is also an area of geopolitical importance linking Europe and the Middle East. Japan needs to ...
December 30, 2022
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Beijing must stop illegal activities immediately
It is highly likely that China’s “overseas police” activities have infringed on the sovereignty and legal systems of other countries, and constitute a...
December 29, 2022
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Save young people from the horrors of abuse
It is unacceptable for parents to threaten their children by telling them things like “You’ll go to hell if you oppose the doctrine,” or to call their...
December 29, 2022
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Government must eliminate complacency to regain public trust
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida bears a heavy responsibility for continuing to defend reconstruction minister Kenya Akiba, despite almost daily reports o...
December 28, 2022
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Russia trampled on international order through invasion of Ukraine
The U.N. Charter principles of respect for sovereignty and territory have been trampled on by a major power. Many people must have been angered by the...
December 28, 2022
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