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Many top graduates in South Korea are turning to Japan's labor market as stable jobs at home become increasingly scarce. A more open hiring culture and labor demand in Japan are drawing young workers seeking less pressure and better opportunities.
Japan's labor ministry panel approved raising the national average minimum wage for fiscal 2026 to 1,176 yen/hour, a 4.9% increase. The move addresses rising living costs and marks the third straight year of major wage hikes. Local rates will be finalized by October 2026.
The Aichi Prefectural Government in Japan has rejected a plan to reinstate the Japanese nationality requirement for civil service exams, maintaining its policy allowing foreigners with legal residency to apply. The decision follows criticism from civil society and labor experts who argue it aligns with globalization and supports a diverse workforce amid Japan's labor shortage.
South Africa's crackdown on illegal employment reveals small businesses' reliance on cheap immigrant labor amid high unemployment and rising social tensions. Employers like Junaid Mohammed say hiring locals is too costly, while authorities argue the crackdown protects labor standards. Critics warn the enforcement may deepen exploitation and overlook migrants' role in the informal economy.
Workers at a Walmart distribution center in Mississauga, Ontario have ratified the first collective agreement with the world's largest retailer, a breakthrough labor organizers call 'historic and powerful.' The May 2024 deal includes wage increases, working condition guarantees, and a one-time payment to resolve unfair labor practice complaints.
Japan's real wages rose 1.9% year-on-year in April, the fourth straight monthly increase, according to data from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. The figure exceeded economists' forecasts, reflecting tight labor market conditions and ongoing corporate wage hikes.
Japan's unemployment rate fell to 2.5% in April 2026, the lowest level since the start of the year. The figure marks a decline from 2.6% in March, indicating improvement in the labor market.
Japan's real wages rose 1.0% year-on-year in March 2026, the third consecutive monthly increase, government data showed on May 2. The growth reflects gradual improvement in workers' real income after inflation adjustment. The ministry cautioned that maintaining the trend depends on consumer prices and policy effectiveness.
A SuperJob survey conducted in May 2026 found that 23% of Russians have changed careers in the past two years. The trend is most pronounced among younger workers and spans both high-tech and traditional industries.
