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Japan tightens foreign residency as population decline accelerates

Original: Japan’s population shrinks faster, but the government makes it harder for foreigners to live there

Japan's population is shrinking at a faster rate, yet the government is moving to make it harder for foreigners to live and work in the country. Critics say the tightening of residency rules cuts against the obvious demographic need for outside labour, as a shrinking and ageing population puts pressure on the economy and workforce. The contrast between demographic reality and immigration policy is drawing attention and criticism.

Why now: The apparent contradiction between Japan's rapid population decline and stricter rules for foreigners is drawing criticism and debate.

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