This is the 1317th most frequent Japanese word.
要請
"要請" (yōsei) means "request" or "appeal."
In this sentence, "要請" denotes a formal request or appeal from the government to the people for compliance.
政府は市民に対して不要不急の外出を控えるよう要請しました。
The government requested citizens to refrain from non-essential outings.
Here, "要請" is used to indicate a formal plea or request made by an organization to obtain support or help.
組織は支援を要請するために会議を開きました。
The organization held a meeting to request assistance.
In this sentence, "要請" refers to a personal request for financial aid from one individual to another.