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U.S.-Russia Treaty Expires: Era of Unchecked Nuclear Proliferation Is Perilous
The New START Treaty — a nuclear disarmament framework between the United States and Russia that is formally known as the Treaty on Measures for th...
February 7, 2026
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Milano Olympics Start: Let Games Be a Festival of Peace That Overcomes Division
The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics have begun with the world order in turmoil amid unrelenting warfare. It is hoped that people will once more cons...
February 7, 2026
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Social Media and Disinformation: Risks Becoming More Serious with Evolution of Generative AI
The spread of disinformation and misinformation regarding the upcoming House of Representatives election continues unabated on social media.
...February 6, 2026
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Disruptions to Railway Operations: Delays in Resuming Services Could Cause Chaotic Situations
There have been a series of train service suspensions due to power supply and other problems. If railway operators take a long time to resume servi...
February 6, 2026
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Exports of Agricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products: Potential Appeal of Japanese Food is Immense
Interest in Japanese food is growing overseas. It is hoped that its immense potential appeal will be leveraged to increase exports of agricultural,...
February 5, 2026
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Early Voting: Expand Use of Early Voting Even in Severe Winter Conditions
The number of people casting early ballots for the House of Representatives election is declining in colder regions.
...February 5, 2026
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TEPCO’s Restructuring Plan: Develop Business Partnership Plans for Fukushima N-accident Recovery
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc.’s business restructuring continues to face a challenging path. Based on its new plan, TEPCO is urged to...
February 4, 2026
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Myanmar General Election: Entrenchment of Military Rule is a Matter of Grave Concern
The military-affiliated party’s overwhelming victory in an unfair election in Myanmar does not in any way legitimize the military’s rule. It is dee...
February 4, 2026
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Foreign and Security Policy: Political Parties Must Discuss How To Restore World Order
China is not only threatening Japan’s security with its military power but is also intensifying its pressure by weaponizing economic measures. The ...
February 3, 2026
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Librarians: Enhance Their Working Conditions to Improve Library Book Selection
When someone is not sure what book to read, a librarian’s advice can lead them to a book that unexpectedly stays in their heart forever. The workin...
February 3, 2026
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Policy Measures on Foreign Nationals: How Should Stricter Regulations and Coexistence Be Balanced?
With labor shortages accelerating, foreign workers have become indispensable to maintaining society. Most of them live their lives decently, but va...
February 2, 2026
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Criminal Charges against Iwaki Shinkumi: Clarify Alleged Involvement of Antisocial Forces
Iwaki Shinkumi not only allowed a huge volume of improper loans, but also strove to conceal its misconduct from investigative authorities. It must ...
February 2, 2026
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Next Federal Reserve Board Chair: Preserving Independence of Monetary Policy Is Vital Priority
U.S. President Donald Trump has been exerting an unprecedented level of pressure for interest rate cuts, jeopardizing the independence of the U.S. ...
February 1, 2026
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Investigation of Anonymous, Fluid Criminal Groups: Devise Ways to Quickly Respond to Diversifying Tactics
Criminal organizations whose members are connected via social media to make their activities difficult to track are diversifying their tactics even...
February 1, 2026
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Online Shopping: What Should be Done to Eliminate Malicious Businesses?
There is no end to the number of cases in which unsafe and poor-quality items, such as electrical appliances, are mixed in with other products sold...
January 31, 2026
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