Japan's parliament has passed new laws to replace the controversial foreign trainee program with a system that encourages long-term residency for foreign workers. Amid a severe labor shortage caused by demographic challenges, the new legislation aims to foster foreign talent and improve worker rights. However, a contentious measure allowing the revocation of permanent residence for failing to pay taxes has sparked concerns. 💼⚖️

Will this new system effectively address Japan's labor crisis while ensuring fair treatment of foreign residents?

Source: Kyodo News 
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