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.
Japan immigration
Japan to grant residency to high-earning professionals after 1 year
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)
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