Can Japan’s New Leader Afford to Go Hard on Immigration?
Summary
Japan's new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has taken a strict stance on immigration. She has proposed tighter immigration controls and discussed concerns about foreign residents and tourists. Japan faces challenges with a shrinking workforce and increasing foreigner population.Key Facts
- Sanae Takaichi is Japan's 104th and first female prime minister.
- Takaichi is part of the conservative wing of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party.
- Japan is dealing with labor shortages as its birth rate is low and its population ages.
- Foreign residents make up about 3% of Japan's population in 2024.
- Japan has seen a 48% increase in tourism in 2024 compared to the previous year.
- Takaichi plans to crack down on illegal immigration and visa overstays.
- She has appointed Kimi Onoda, who is strict on immigration, to a key ministerial role.
- Official statistics show that crime among foreigners in Japan has been declining for over a decade.
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