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Taiwan Maker’s Semiconductor Plant: Build Up Production Base for Advanced Products
A global semiconductor manufacturer in Taiwan will build its second plant in Japan, following the first one in the country. The maker said it will als...
February 19, 2024
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Senkaku Islands Situation: Govt Must Show Its Will to Defend Japan’s Sovereignty
It is important for Japan to send a clear message to China, of course, but also to the international community, of its intention to resolutely defend ...
February 18, 2024
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H3 Launch: Utilize This Success to Break Stagnation in Space Development
The H3 Launch Vehicle developed by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. was finally launched successful...
February 18, 2024
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Revision of Medical Fees: Raise Medical Service Workers’ Wages to Improve Quality of Care
Through the COVID-19 pandemic, many people must have realized anew how important it is to protect the medical system. The treatment of medical care wo...
February 17, 2024
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Indonesia: Voters Choose to Remain on Path of Economic Development
A regional power that prides itself on being a leader in Southeast Asia is aiming to become a developed country in the future. The next administration...
February 17, 2024
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Nuclear Waste Disposal Site: Devise Ways to Broaden Understanding of Local Residents
Local consent is essential for the construction of a final disposal site for high-level waste generated from nuclear power generation. It is important...
February 16, 2024
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Japan’s GDP Falls to 4th: Aim to Boost World Ranking by Completely Ending Deflation
Japan’s nominal gross domestic product (GDP) has fallen to fourth place in the world. This is due to the recent depreciation of the yen and a history ...
February 16, 2024
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Political Funds Issue: Parties Must Strive for Debates That Lead to Real Reform
Despite repeated debates on issues of politics and money, the situation is falling into a never-ending cycle. Both the ruling and opposition parties n...
February 15, 2024
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Crime Victims: Raise Awareness of Need for Society to Provide Support
There is no knowing when a crime will befall anyone. It is extremely difficult for victims and their families who have suddenly suffered such misfortu...
February 15, 2024
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False Information amid Disasters: Heinous Posts That Cause Confusion Unacceptable
The spread of false information during large-scale disasters, hampering relief and other operations, must be prevented. The government needs to consul...
February 14, 2024
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Electric Kick Scooters: Ease of Use Has Encouraged Dangerous Riding
There is no end to the dangerous operation of electric kick scooters, for which traffic rules have been greatly relaxed. Accidents involving electric ...
February 14, 2024
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45 Years after Iranian Revolution: Hard-line foreign policy disrupts regional stability
Forty-five years have passed since the Iranian Revolution that overthrew a pro-U.S. monarchy and established an Islamic republic where religion and po...
February 13, 2024
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Noto’s Cultural Industries: Keep Local Craft Traditions Alive as Driving Force for Reconstruction
The Noto Peninsula Earthquake dealt a heavy blow to the region’s traditional culture and industries. Detailed support for the affected areas is essent...
February 13, 2024
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Exports of Agricultural, Forestry, Fishery Products: Diversify Sales Channels to Ensure Stable Expansion
Sales channels need to be diversified to increase exports of agricultural, forestry and fishery products and other food items in a stable manner. It ...
February 11, 2024
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Strained Emergency Medical Services: Curbing Use by Patients with Minor Symptoms Essential
The growing number of people transported to hospitals after calls to the 119 emergency number has stressed the nation’s emergency medical care system....
February 11, 2024
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