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COVID-19: This is how your gut bacteria could protect you
The low COVID-19 death rate in Japan could be a result of gut microbes, new research reveals - and the discovery could pave the way for a new treatment.
Japan
Birthrates are shrinking faster than expected in Japan - and it’s part of a worldwide trend
Births in Japan are declining, but it is not the only country experiencing a dip in rates as a result of the pandemic and economic uncertainty.
New Zealand
Some companies are trialling a four-day work week. Here’s what they discovered
A six-month pilot of the four-day work week is starting across 30 UK companies. The likes of Microsoft in Japan and Unilever in New Zealand have already seen benefits.
Davos 2022
Japan must restore trust in the future among youth – here’s how
For a brighter future, Japan must invest in youth, generate good jobs and ensure healthy and productive longevity for the world's fastest-aging population.
Davos Agenda 2022
Japan is ushering in a new form of capitalism to revive its economy
Japan’s economic recovery will be driven by digitization and investments in green technology and human capital, Prime Minister Kishida Fumio told The Davos Agenda.
Japan
This Japanese start-up has designed a wind turbine that can work in typhoons
A Japanese start-up has designed a wind turbine that works during cyclones, turning Japan's 26 annual typhoons and tropical storms into reliable energy sources.
Energy
These are the countries with the most nuclear reactors
The United States is the world's largest nuclear energy stronghold with 93 operational reactor units; whereas Japan has significantly fallen by 39 units.
Ageing and Longevity
Want to live a long, healthy life? 6 secrets from Japan’s oldest people
As Japan reports a record number of centenarians, Dr Bradley Wilcox explains the secrets of some of the country’s oldest people: the Okinawans.
Circular Economy
Zero-waste shopping comes to Japan
Loop, a system of returning and reusing the packaging many grocery items come in could help us reduce single-use plastic. Here’s what you need to know.
Japan
What cities can learn from the cooling systems at the Tokyo Olympics
Athletes competing in Japan’s COVID-delayed Olympics faced stifling heat – but some innovative technologies were deployed to help out.
Japan
Developing a Responsible and Well-designed Governance Structure for Data Marketplaces
This Briefing Paper extracts insights from the discussions with thought leaders and experts to serve as a point of departure for governments and other members of the global community to d...
COVID-19
Explainer: The Tokyo Olympics by numbers
With the Games due to go ahead with zero spectators now Tokyo is in a state of emergency, here are all the key facts and figures on the postponed Olympics.
Geo-economics
An expert explains: What is RCEP, the world’s biggest trade deal?
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership could come into force next January. Deborah Elms, Executive Director of the Asian Trade Centre, explains why it’s a big deal.
COVID-19
The world's most powerful passports 2021 – ranked
COVID-19 stymied travel plans and decimated the tourism industry. Some countries are changing policies to attract and retain residents after the pandemic has subsided.
Japan
Health challenges need predictable healthcare investment policies. Japan’s example shows why
Japan could work together with the global biotech and life sciences sector to become a world leader – offering lessons for other countries.
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