The Japanese Ambassador to Germany, Mitsuko Shino, recently visited the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (BMAS) to discuss crucial issues at the intersection of demographics, skilled labor, and German–Japanese cooperation.

During her visit, Ambassador Shino emphasized the importance of fostering bilateral collaboration to address mutual challenges posed by aging populations and evolving labor markets. She also highlighted Japan’s commitment to supporting Germany’s strategic priorities in employment policy and workforce integration.

The visit signals a deepening of ties between the two countries beyond traditional economic diplomacy focusing instead on shared social and demographic strategies. Discussions covered potential cooperation in areas such as professional training exchange, worker qualification programs, and long-term strategies to ensure economic sustainability.

This high-level engagement underscores Japan’s role as a committed partner in German social policy and reflects growing interest in combining expertise to tackle demographic and labor-related challenges.