TOKYO -- Japan is stepping up efforts to register all foreigners that have newly moved to the country in the public pension program by October, aiming to strengthen requirements and shore up a foundation for long-term social stability.
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Japan to enroll all foreign residents in national pension system
Tighter regulations will ensure students, technical interns and others contribute
Over 4% of foreign residents in Japan were not enrolled in the country's public pension program in 2019. (Photo by Nikkei)
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