Softbank and AI and ride-sharing in Japan

Post date: Jul 20, 2018 12:13:50 PM

This article appeared in Japan Today on 19 July 2018.

Read the article and discuss:

1. The English usage in the article:

- - Are the two ways of reading "Son" in the headline?
  - Is "telecoms" correct?
  - Is Ride-sharing clearly defined early enough in the article?

2. Why is the Chief Executive so critical of Japan:

- - What points does he make to support his argument?
  - What do you think about the language he uses? Is it appropriate?
  - Why do you agree or disagree with him?

3. What is Japan's Ministry of Lands, Infrastructure and Transport response to the Chief Executive?

4. The article also mentions AirBnB and AI:

- - Discuss why you think AirBnB and AI share enough similarities to support the argument for ride-sharing in Japan?