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NHK
28-05-2025
- Business
- NHK
Many Myanmar technical trainees unable to come to Japan after March quake
Two months have passed since a devastating earthquake hit central Myanmar. Japan's Immigration Services Agency says many people hoping to come to the country to work, such as foreign technical trainees, are unable to do so because they cannot get official documentation. The agency says issuance by Myanmar's labor ministry of Overseas Worker Identification Cards needed for employment abroad has been delayed, partly due to the quake. Morikubo Natsuki, a certified administrative procedures legal specialist based in Tokyo, offers support for foreign technical interns. He says because of Myanmar's continuing civil war, many trainees are trying to get jobs in Japan, which is considered a safe country. He says interns from Myanmar have high Japanese language skills and that many are accepted in the nursing industry in Japan, which is struggling with a worker shortage. But Morikubo says an increasing number of staffing agencies in Myanmar and Japanese businesses are asking for advice amid the delay in issuing the cards. He says some companies have withdrawn their job offers. Morikubo says Japanese firms that take in Myanmar trainees should consider that it will take time for the workers to arrive in Japan. He says: "I hope companies will not immediately withdraw their job offers for Myanmar trainees. Firms should wait and closely watch the situation in Myanmar, while finding parallel solutions during that difficult time such as recruiting workers from other countries."
The Independent
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Dire problem exposed in the UK's falling net migration figures
UK net migration nearly halved in 2024, dropping to 431,000 from 860,000 the previous year, due to decreased non-EU workers and students. While both Labour and Conservatives cite their policies as contributing factors, concerns arise regarding potential worker shortages, especially in healthcare and construction. Industry leaders warn of the negative impact on housing and care services due to limited access to overseas workers. The government defends its approach, emphasising a focus on domestic skills development and border security. Despite the drop, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced further immigration reductions, sparking criticism for echoing Nigel Farage's rhetoric.
The Independent
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Net migration to UK sees largest fall on record
UK net migration fell by almost half in 2024, down to 431,000 from 860,000 the previous year – the largest fall on record. The drop is attributed to a decrease in non-EU workers and students, and stricter measures introduced by the previous Conservative government. While both Labour and Conservatives view the figures positively, concerns have been raised about potential worker shortages, particularly in healthcare and construction. Industry leaders warn that new immigration restrictions could worsen the housing crisis and impact essential care services. Despite the decrease, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced further plans to reduce immigration in recent weeks.
