TOKYO -- The Japanese government decided Friday to update immigration rules in hopes of luring world-class talent, including through slashing the wait for high-earning professionals to obtain permanent residency.
Government drafts new rules to pull in top global talent
Japan placed 25th out of 35 countries in terms of attractiveness to highly educated workers in a 2019 ranking by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. (Photo by Kosuke Imamura)
February 18, 2023 07:02 JST