My Number system raises red flags ahead of notice release

My Number system raises red flags ahead of notice release

Internal Affairs and Communications Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) stands next to Maina-chan, a white rabbit character created by the government to promote the My Number system, at the ministry in Tokyo on Oct. 1, 2015. On Oct. 5, all residents of the country, Japanese and foreign, will begin receiving by mail randomly generated 12-digit identification numbers that ideally will not change throughout their lifetimes. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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