Japan’s Firms Hire Foreigners Even as Takaichi Tightens Rules

Japan continues to face a severe labor shortage, prompting companies to increasingly hire foreign workers despite efforts by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to tighten regulations for non-Japanese residents. A recent government survey underscores this reliance on overseas labor, reflecting the economy's dependence on international workforces. This shift highlights the challenges Japan faces in addressing its demographic and economic issues, particularly as it balances the need for skilled workers with stricter immigration policies.