Event Brief
Japan to relax overtime regulation under PM Takaichi
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 01, 2026 at 4:11 AM ET
Summary: 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: 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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