Japan to relax overtime regulation under PM Takaichi

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Japan plans to relax overtime regulations under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The change partly reflects calls from some sectors for more flexible work styles amid labor shortages.

WHO: Japan (under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi)

WHAT: Japan will relax overtime regulation to allow more flexible work styles.

WHEN: Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET

WHERE: Japan

WHY: Calls from certain sectors for more flexible work styles amid labour crunch.

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