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Japan Launches Immigration Agency Amid Rising Public Concerns

7/19/2025

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In response to growing public anxiety about foreign residents and tourism, Japan has launched a new immigration oversight agency just ahead of the July 20 national election. With over 3.8 million foreign nationals in the country, the government is determined to tackle crime, housing, and social integration while striving to maintain its economic vitality and cultural identity.

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In response to growing public anxiety about foreign residents and tourism, Japan has launched a new immigration oversight agency just ahead of the July 20 national election. With over 3.8 million foreign nationals in the country, the government is determined to tackle crime, housing, and social integration while striving to maintain its economic vitality and cultural identity.