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Japan's PM Takaichi Promises Foreign Worker Recruitment Amid Concerns

10/25/2025

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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Japan will recruit foreign workers to ease labor shortages.
In her inaugural policy speech, she acknowledged public unease over illegal activities by some foreigners.
She said the government would not tolerate rule breaches and would distance itself from xenophobia.
She rejected claims of a mass deportations ministry and appointed Kimi Onoda to foster economic security and coexistence with foreign nationals.

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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Japan will recruit foreign workers to ease labor shortages.
In her inaugural policy speech, she acknowledged public unease over illegal activities by some foreigners.
She said the government would not tolerate rule breaches and would distance itself from xenophobia.
She rejected claims of a mass deportations ministry and appointed Kimi Onoda to foster economic security and coexistence with foreign nationals.