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Foreign workers continue to ease labour shortages

One widely-overlooked factor driving Japan’s growth in recent years has been a surge in the number of foreign workers. This appears to be continuing, as employers face labour shortages and recent legal changes have made it easier for foreigners to work in the country.

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