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AI, Initially a Tool, is Evolving into a Partner – But is it a Good One? 

By Makoto Mitsui 8:00 JST, January 17, 2026 AI, once merely a tool that responded to human commands, is rapidly moving into new roles. A new...

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CDPJ, Komeito Form New Party: Could This be the Catalyst for Political Realignment?

Editorial 14:57 JST, January 16, 2026 The sudden move to dissolve the House of Representatives has created the possibility of a major unifying...

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Mega Solar Power Projects: Strengthen Regulations to Suit Local Circumstances

Editorial 16:23 JST, January 10, 2026 Solar power generation is a pillar of renewable energy for the realization of a decarbonized society. With...

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Japan-South Korea Summit: Build up Cooperation through Frequent Reciprocal Visits between Leaders

Editorial 14:54 JST, January 14, 2026 Japan-South Korea relations, which are on a trend of improvement, are growing more stable as their leaders...

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Rare Earths: G7 Must Lead Efforts to Swiftly Break from Dependence on China

Editorial 15:34 JST, January 15, 2026 China is intensifying its strategy of using export restrictions on items related to rare earths as a weapon...

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Elections and Social Media: Parties Must Find Common Ground on Countering False Information

Editorial 14:00 JST, January 13, 2026 False and other illicit information has spread on social media, repeatedly affecting election results at both...

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Protests in Iran: Do Not Heighten Tensions with Violent Suppression

Editorial 17:26 JST, January 12, 2026 Protests triggered by high prices have been spreading across Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested...

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Withdrawal from International Organizations: U.S. Makes High-handed Move that Undermines Multilateral Cooperation

Editorial 16:28 JST, January 10, 2026 The United States has furthered its “America First” policy, in which it prioritizes its own interests, by...

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