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Japan to launch new residency status for those fleeing war in December

People who qualify will be able to live and work as long-term residents

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People fleeing Ukraine are seen arriving at Tokyo International Airport in April 2022. (Photo by Yo Inoue)

TAISHU YUASA, Nikkei staff writer
September 27, 2023 03:08 JST

TOKYO -- Japan will introduce in December a new designation for people fleeing conflicts like the war in Ukraine, the government decided Tuesday, allowing them to live and work in the country as long-term residents.

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