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Japan's new foreign worker policy faces challenges
Asia focus, Nithi Kaveevivitchai, Published on 11/02/2019
» Japan last year recorded its biggest population decline, as its birthrate shrank for the 37th consecutive year. The implications are dire for the workforce, and so the country is gearing up to accept more foreign workers in hopes of rejuvenating its economy. Nevertheless, hurdles remain.
Tourism's new star
Asia focus, Nithi Kaveevivitchai, Published on 12/03/2018
» Japan is in the midst of a historic tourism boom, thanks to a weaker yen and eased visa restrictions, prompting the government to set some even more ambitious targets. The foreign influx could not come at a better time, given that the rapidly ageing society is looking for new drivers to reinvigorate its economy.
Life after oil
Asia focus, Nithi Kaveevivitchai, Published on 19/02/2018
» Aware that oil won't last forever, Dubai has been betting on science, technology and the arts as it pursues economic diversification and sustainability. The initial results suggest it is setting an excellent example for other oil-exporting countries.