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False Ads on Social Media: Swiftly Strengthen Regulations to Protect Consumers from Harm
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35 Years after Tiananmen Square: Is the Opportunity to Mourn Not Even Allowed?
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Misconduct in Automobile Certification: Why Are Laws and Regulations Repeatedly Being Disregarded?
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Asia Security Summit: Japan, U.S., S. Korea Have Growing Role to Play Together
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Crimes by Anonymous, Fluid Groups: Groups Connected via Social Media Pose Threat to Society
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Revising Basic Agriculture Law: Can New Policies Strengthen Food Security of Japan?
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Turning Away from National Public Service Jobs: Flawed Leadership by Politicians Should Be Reviewed
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Foods with Function Claims: Manufacturing Processes Must Be Checked Urgently
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Trump Verdict: Chance for Divisions in U.S. to Grow Deeper is Concerning
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Financial Conditions of Regional Banks: Lending Capabilities to Be Tested in ‘World with Interest Rates’
The economy, which had been stagnant as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, has been improving, and the financial conditions of regional banks are ...
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Forest Environment Tax: Constantly Review Allocation of Revenue Based on Actual Situation
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Ruling on Nasu Avalanche: Man-Made Disaster Caused by Lack of Risk Awareness
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Introduction of Joint Custody: Take Thorough Measures to Publicize, Prepare System
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