In one of her first measures, Japan's newly appointed Prime Minister, the far-right Sanae Takaichi, created a new Ministry of Immigration, with the stated goal of deporting illegal immigrants in the country.
The decision, announced as part of her initial government measures, reflects Takaichi's intention to implement stricter immigration policies and to strengthen control over the entry and stay of foreigners in Japan.
To lead this new department, Takaichi appointed Kimi Onoda, who becomes the youngest minister in the cabinet. Onoda will be tasked with promoting what has been defined as an "orderly coexistence society with foreigners," a position created specifically to address challenges related to immigration and coexistence with people of foreign nationality in Japan.
In addition to her role in the Ministry of Immigration, Onoda will take on additional responsibilities as Minister of State for Economic Security, Science and Technology, and Space Policy. This important appointment places Onoda at the center of the cabinet, where she will play a key role in shaping economic, scientific, and security policies.
