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Japan officially overhauls permanent residency rules

Japan has formally revised its guidelines on permanent residency, according to the Japan Times. The change follows a 2023 law allowing authorities to cancel permanent resident status for non-payment of taxes or social insurance premiums, and the new rules clarify how that revocation process will work. Observers note the overhaul has drawn attention for its potential impact on long-term foreign residents and the broader debate over immigration in Japan.

Why now: The official revision affects the legal status of long-term foreign residents in Japan, a topic of significant public interest.

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