The following is the latest list of selected news summaries by Kyodo News.----------Japan eyes adding Japanese proficiency to permanent residency requirementsTOKYO - Japan is considering adding Japanese language proficiency to the requirements for permanent residency, sources close to the matter said Thursday, in anticipation of a rise in future applicants.The idea is expected to be included in proposals for new requirements to be compiled by a ruling Liberal Democratic Party panel by April 2027, when an amendment to the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act comes into effect.----…READ FULL ARTICLE
