日本到2028年接纳123万外国工人,通过新的签证方案扩大准入和监督范围。 Japan to admit 1.23 million foreign workers by 2028, expanding access and oversight through new visa programs.

日本计划通过2028年财政计划接纳大约123万外国工人,将现有的 " 特定熟练工人方案 " 与一项新的 " 技能发展就业方案 " 结合起来,以取代2027年的 " 技术实习培训方案 " 。 Japan plans to admit about 1.23 million foreign workers by fiscal 2028, combining the existing Specified Skilled Worker program with a new Employment for Skill Development (ESD) program set to replace the Technical Intern Training Program in 2027. ESD项目将限制在426,200名工人，允许更长时间停留，并在三年后可能获得永久居留权。 The ESD program will cap at 426,200 workers, allowing longer stays and a potential path to permanent residency after three years. 由劳动力短缺和公众关切驱动的政策转变旨在改进监督,防止剥削,并扩大覆盖17个部门。 The policy shift, driven by labor shortages and public concerns, aims to improve oversight, prevent exploitation, and expand coverage across 17 sectors. 预计经过进一步审查后将于1月作出最后决定。 A final decision is expected in January after further review.