The economics of foreign workers: learning from the Italian experience

Learning from Italy about Foreign Worker Issues" examines the challenges and dynamics of foreign labor migration by drawing a comparative lens between Japan and Italy — two countries facing similar demographic and economic pressures. The book explores how labor market structures shape demand for migrant workers, how economic development policies influence migration flows, and how regional disparities drive population movement. It also addresses the legal and social frameworks surrounding foreign workers and proposes an economic theory for analyzing migrant labor. Aimed at academics and policymakers, it offers Italy's experience as a reference model for rethinking Japan's approach to immigration and foreign labor.