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JapanJapan sees record foreign residency amid demographic shifts
Japan has recorded a new high in foreign residents, despite anti-immigration sentiments, as the country grapples with an aging and shrinking population.
Background
Japan faces a long-term demographic crisis with a rapidly aging and shrinking population. This trend has led to increasing discussions about immigration and foreign labor, despite historical anti-immigration sentiments. The government is exploring various policies to address labor shortages and maintain economic stability.
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Record Foreign Residency in Japan Amid Demographic Shifts
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Japan is hosting a record number of foreign residents, which is noted alongside the country's demographic challenges.
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