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Japan's defence minister rejects foreign recruitment as military faces troop shortage
Japan's defence minister rules out recruiting foreign nationals for the Self-Defense Forces despite projections of troop decline to 130,000 by 2045.
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Japan sharply raises fees and tightens rules for foreign residents seeking permanent status
Japan increases residence permit renewal fees to ¥75,000 and permanent residency applications to ¥200,000, tightening eligibility as foreign workers reach
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Southeast Asian retirees increasingly choose private assisted living over family care arrangements
Private assisted living facilities are expanding across Southeast Asia as retirees choose independence over family care, reshaping regional elder care.
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India's 2027 census adds 13 new questions on migration, parents and birthplace
India's 2027 census introduces new questions on parents' names and birthplaces, reflecting global shifts in measuring migration and identity.
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Hong Kong could become global model for low-fertility societies, UN official suggests
Former UN official proposes Hong Kong pursue 'Child Friendly City' status to transform record-low fertility into international demonstration project.
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Chinese hospital now registers marriages alongside medical check-ups to reverse declining wedding rates
Shandong hospital now registers marriages alongside premarital health checks, joining banks and temples in government effort to reverse declining nuptials.
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India's 2027 Census to Include Comprehensive Caste Enumeration Details
Explore the detailed questions for India's 2027 Census focusing on caste enumeration and demographic data.
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By 2050, 20% of Indians will be over 60, experts say
By 2050, one in five Indians will be over 60. This demographic shift could bring economic growth and new opportunities for society.