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Despite some legislative achievements, discussion of thorny issues lacked depth
It is regrettable that while deliberations on the budget and bills progressed smoothly, discussions on many challenges have been left half-baked. Th...
June 16, 2022
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Public broadcaster must make every effort to substantially lower rate
It is only natural for NHK to substantially reduce its receiving fees. NHK must maximize the return of its unused surplus funds and establish a fee st...
June 15, 2022
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Dedicated activities increased confidence of Japan
The significance of the Self-Defense Forces’ contribution to post-conflict nation-building is great. Efforts must continue to enhance trust in Japan,...
June 15, 2022
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Russian leader’s expansionist ambitions absolutely unacceptable
Is this tantamount to Russian President Vladimir Putin admitting of his own accord that the purpose of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is territorial exp...
June 14, 2022
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Establish system that prevents tragedies from recurring
There have been many deaths of abused children who were not put into protective custody due to opposition from their parents. A system to quickly prot...
June 14, 2022
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Moscow’s unilateral suspension an unacceptable act
The Russian government has announced that it will suspend the implementation of an agreement between Japan and Russia aimed at the safe operation of J...
June 13, 2022
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Expand solidarity through exceptional cooperation
China’s influence in Asia is growing. Japan should continue high-quality cooperation with developing countries and expand the circle of solidarity. T...
June 13, 2022
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Build on shared risk awareness to strengthen security cooperation
A growing sense of urgency over the worsening security environment surrounding each of their countries has been highlighted among the people of both J...
June 11, 2022
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Japan must play significant role in reconstructing international order
Amid turbulence in the international community, it has been pointed out that the United Nations is unable to respond appropriately to emerging threats...
June 11, 2022
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Reassess measures for tackling low birth rate
Despite the implementation of various measures, the long-term decline in Japan’s birth rate has not been reversed. It is necessary for the government ...
June 10, 2022
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A stepping stone toward unraveling the origin of life
How did life on Earth begin? A recent achievement could help us solve this great mystery. Amino acids have been discovered in stone and sand samples ...
June 10, 2022
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Prevent strain from being imposed on logistics companies
Amid soaring fuel prices, there have been conspicuous moves to shift the burden onto trucking and other logistics companies. It is hoped that the gove...
June 9, 2022
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Dangerous proposal ignores many inevitable negative effects
If sports is made the subject of betting, it is inevitable that many harmful effects will follow. Introducing gambling that would hinder the healthy d...
June 9, 2022
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Inflexible ‘zero-COVID’ policy illustrates a danger of authoritarianism
China may be caught in a dilemma in which, to protect its leader’s prestige, the country cannot revise a policy even if it wants to. Its rigid infecti...
June 8, 2022
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Future of nation’s fiscal management is unclear
How will the government rebuild the nation’s finances, which have deteriorated due to massive spending for coronavirus control measures as well as the...
June 8, 2022
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