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Even if effective defense equipment is procured, it will be meaningless if the understanding of the local communities where it will be deployed can...
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U.S. Middle East Policy: Forced Cessation of Hostilities Makes Future Hard to See
The fighting between Israel and Iran has only temporarily subsided due to the military intervention of U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration...
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Lithium-ion Batteries: Prevent Ignition Accidents by Promoting Their Collection
Accidents involving the ignition of lithium-ion storage batteries that have been mixed in with household garbage are rapidly increasing. Manufactur...
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Policy on Foreign Nationals: Make Rules of Society Well Known and Work to Promote Coexistence
As the number of foreign residents and visitors to Japan increases, friction and trouble with local residents has become more noticeable. The centr...
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BRICS Summit: Member Nations’ Varying Distances from U.S. Became Clear
Will BRICS nations strengthen their opposition to the United States and Europe, or will they seek to coexist? The differences in directions among t...
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U.S.’ 25% Tariffs on Japan: Don’t Panic. Work to Make a Stronger Economy
With the international situation becoming increasingly severe, the importance of the Japan-U.S. alliance continues to grow. And yet, the United Sta...
July 9, 2025
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Passage of U.S. Tax-cut Bill: Concerns Grow over Fiscal Deterioration, Divisions in Society
The fiscal condition continues to deteriorate, and divisions in society are further deepening. This major tax-cut policy will inevitably cause conc...
July 8, 2025
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Agricultural Policy on Rice: Deepen Debate on Revising Acreage Reduction Policy
The postwar agricultural policy on rice that has given more consideration to producers than consumers has revealed its limitations due to the high ...
July 8, 2025
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Harassment of Athletes: Anonymous Malice Tarnishes Sports
Harassment directed at athletes who are fighting with all their might to achieve victory for the team or to set records is becoming a serious probl...
July 7, 2025
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Falls Involving Young Kids: Parents’ Ability to Monitor Their Children Is Limited
Accidents involving young children falling from balconies and windows are heartbreaking. Even when parents are at home, it is not always possible t...
July 7, 2025
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Hospital Financial Difficulties: Restructuring of Medical Care in Regional Areas Is Inevitable
Many hospitals are experiencing financial difficulties, regardless of whether they are national, public or private. They have been unable to respon...
July 6, 2025
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Festivals Facing Crisis: How Should Traditions Be Passed on to Next Generation?
Festivals and traditional events that have been passed down through the generations for many years in various areas are now in danger of disappeari...
July 6, 2025
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Stalking at All-Time High: Abuse of Electronic Devices Must Be Ended Quickly
With advances in digital technology, stalkers’ methods have become more sophisticated. Stronger measures, including legal reforms, will be needed t...
July 5, 2025
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Summer Mountaineering Season: Climbers Should Be Well Equipped And Avoid Overexerting Themselves
The risk of getting lost or suffering an accident while mountain climbing is not limited by altitude or season. Preparing appropriate equipment sui...
July 5, 2025
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Japan-U.S.-Australia-India Talks: Quad Nations Must Deepen Cooperation in Sphere of Economic Security
China has been strengthening its hegemonic activities. Under such circumstances, it is significant that the foreign ministers of Japan, the United ...
July 4, 2025
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