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Justice Ministry panel backs abolishing Japan’s foreign trainee program

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Justice Ministry panel backs abolishing Japan’s foreign trainee program
The panel said a new system should be established that recognizes the interns as workers helping Japan overcome its labor shortage.
ChatGPT-creator OpenAI plans office and expansion in Japan
CEO Sam Altman said he had a broad discussion with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida about both the advantages and risks of the chatbot technology.
The by-elections that could determine Kishida’s snap election call
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Nippon Ishin candidates win big in Kansai region local elections
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U.S. warship sails near Chinese-controlled islet in South China Sea
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Philippines won’t allow U.S. access to military sites for offensive moves
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