EDITORIALS

Editorials Dangerous tensions at the top of the world — again Nationalist leaders, the general antagonistic public, military confrontations and nuclear-armed neighbors: This is as dangerous a combination as can be imagined.

Editorials What will be Abe's legacy as the longest-serving prime minister? For someone who has held the top office so long, his accomplishments don't amount to a lot.

Editorials Work-style reform needed at the government's center Shackled by an outdated system, Japan's national bureaucrats are working dangerously long hours.

Editorials Bump up the target for increasing renewable energy It's time to shift gears in the effort to restructure the nation's energy landscape.

Editorials Japan's stalled nuclear fuel cycle policy While the disposal of the spent nuclear fuel is big challenge that must be tackled, it should not stop the government and the power industry from rethinking the costly fuel cycle program.

Editorials No more 'lost decades' for women's empowerment How many years must we wait until Japan becomes an ordinary country?

Editorials Support medical institutions and staff combating COVID-19 The pandemic's financial toll on hospitals and clinics has been staggering.

Editorials Saving the most vulnerable in disasters Measures are needed to ensure the protection of the people who are at greatest risk.