Japan is exploring the inclusion of language and manners training as part of criteria for permanent residency applications, aiming to improve integration.
Japan eyes language, manners training as factor in residency permits
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China solar panel material JV remains dormant months after launch
A joint venture in China for solar panel materials has remained dormant for months after its establishment, raising questions about regulatory and market challenges.
Home signal monitor: Mortgage Rates Inch to Another 6-Week Low
Mortgage rates have declined to a new six-week low, potentially impacting borrowing costs and housing market trends. Details confirmed and implications analyzed.
Japan business sentiment improves sharply in April-June quarter
Japanese business sentiment among large manufacturers hits highest in nearly eight years in April-June, driven by AI boom and rising commodity prices.
South Korea exports in June soar past $100bn for first time on chip demand
South Korea’s June exports hit a record $100 billion, driven by record semiconductor shipments amid global AI demand, officials confirm.
The Menu: What Ten Answers Reveal
A detailed analysis of ten jurisdictions’ responses to automation, AI, and income distribution, highlighting key differences and underlying challenges.
The Menu: What Ten Answers Reveal
An analysis of ten jurisdictions’ policies on income, capital, work, skills, and institutions in response to automation and AI challenges.
Brazil: Pay the Family, Mind the Child
Brazil’s conditional cash transfer program, Bolsa Família, supports 46 million people by linking payments to children’s education and health, reducing poverty.
India: Build the Rails First
India has built world-class digital rails like Aadhaar, UPI, and DBT to deliver targeted benefits at scale, focusing on infrastructure over generous welfare.
After the Paycheck: The Book I Wrote Because Nobody Else Would Tell the Truth About AI and Your Income
Author Thorsten Meyer releases ‘After the Paycheck,’ analyzing how AI reshapes employment, ownership, and economic security amid shifting technological landscapes.
