Feb. 21, 2025

Japan to Promote Digital Transformation for Water Systems

Tokyo, Feb. 20 (Jiji Press)--A Japanese government panel agreed Thursday to promote digital transformation to tackle the aging of public infrastructure, including water supply and sewage systems.

2 Ishin Politicians Quit Hyogo Special Panel Probing Governor

Kobe, Feb. 20 (Jiji Press)--Two Hyogo prefectural assembly members of Nippon Ishin no Kai (Japan Innovation Party) resigned Thursday from a special committee investigating alleged harassment by Motohiko Saito, governor of the western prefecture.

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Ex-Sales Reps at Naito Securities, SMBC Nikko Disqualified for Embezzlement