The Policy Disconnect: Japan’s Immigration Debate and Business Reality
A recent political debate in Japan immigration policy has become a development of note for international business leaders and country managers. As highlighted in a recent Mainichi Shimbun interview with migration expert Naoko Hashimoto, all five candidates in the LDP's leadership race, including eventual winner Sanae Takaichi, called for stricter foreigner policies.
Japan’s Political Shift: What Sanae Takaichi’s Leadership Means for Business
The landscape of Japan politics is facing its most significant test in years. The upcoming Diet vote for a new prime minister follows the stunning collapse of a decades-old political coalition. At the center of this uncertainty is Sanae Takaichi, the newly elected leader of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).
Komeito Exits Ruling Coalition: A New Era for Japanese Politics?
A significant development is altering the Japanese political landscape as the LDP Komeito coalition has officially ended. The junior partner, Komeito, announced its withdrawal from the ruling coalition on Friday, with its leadership citing concerns over corruption within the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).
Sanae Takaichi's Victory: What Her Conservative Policies Mean for Business and Foreigners in Japan
The rise of Sanae Takaichi to Japan's highest political office signals a significant shift, bringing a renewed focus on the conservative policies in Japan. This transition raises critical questions for the international business community and every foreigner residing in or planning a move to the country.