VOICED : Ageing Japan struggles to make immigrants feel at home

Japan faces a labor shortage due to a low birth rate and aging population, necessitating foreign workers in industries like construction and healthcare. Programs exist to bring in foreign workers, but they face criticism for being exploitative. Chinese workers struggle with debt, while Indonesian nurses must pass difficult exams to stay. Critics argue these measures are insufficient to address Japan's demographic challenges, as foreigners make up only 2% of the population.

What demographic issue is Japan facing according to the text?

What percentage of Japan's population is made up of foreigners, and why is this significant?