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☐堀部委員長 ありがとうございました。

ただいまの報告につきまして、御質問、御意見がございましたらお願いします。

このような苦情あっせん相談窓口を設けたことによりまして、どのようなことに国民の皆さんの関心があるかというところも少し見えてくるようにも思います。

これは10月～12月の間ですが、今後いろいろな苦情・相談が寄せられると思いますので、それをまた分析していただいて、報告をお願いしたいと思います。

○加藤委員　1月になりましたが、今、増えているのですか。

○事務局 そうですね。10－12月期よりは若干ふえているような印象を受けております。

○阿部委員 他の機関を紹介した方がいいような内容のものも来ているのですか。

○事務局 そうですね。法律の解釈であるとか、制度の枠組みに関する問合せについては総合フリーダイヤルを紹介して、そちらで対応していただくということにしております。

○堀部委員長 どうもありがとうございました。

では、次に、渡航承認につきまして、栗原企画官からお願いいたします。

○栗原企画官 委員の海外渡航の承認についてお諮りしたいと思います。

まず、嶋田委員におかれましては、2月18日から2月21日までの4日間、台湾へ海外渡航をされます。手塚委員におかれましては、2月10日から2月14日までの5日間、インドネシアへ海外渡航されます。それから、加藤委員におかれましては、2月23日から2月26日までの4日間、中国へ、3月7日から3月11日までの5日間、ベトナムへ、それぞれ海外渡航をされます。「国の用務以外の目的で渡航する場合における海外渡航承認取扱要領」に基づきまして、委員会としての承認を頂きたいと思っております。

説明は以上でございます。

○堀部委員長 ありがとうございました。

ただいまの説明につきまして、承認することとしたいと思いますが、よろしいでしょうか。

(「はい」と声あり)

○堀部委員長 ありがとうございました。それでは、承認いたします。

最後に、議事概要につきまして、栗原企画官から説明をお願いいたします。

○栗原企画官 資料6をご覧ください。

昨年11月17日に開催されました、第64回特定個人情報保護委員会の議事概要の案でございます。内容を御確認いただきまして御了承いただきましたらホームページに掲載したいと考えております。

説明は以上でございます。

○堀部委員長 ただいまの説明につきまして、御質問、御意見をお願いいたします。

議事概要については、既に委員各位にチェックしていただいたところでありますので、ホームページに掲載することといたします。

本日の議題は以上です。
本日の資料の取扱いにつきまして、資料3の告示については、官報掲載と同時に公表することとしまして、その他の資料につきましては、速やかに委員会のホームページで公表することとしたいと思いますが、よろしいでしょうか。

(「はい」と声あり)

それでは、そのようにさせていただきます。

本日の会議は、これにて閉会といたします。

今後の予定につきまして、松元総務課長からお願いいたします。

○松元総務課長 次回の日程につきましては、調整をさせていただき、決まり次第御連絡をさせていただきます。

本日の資料につきましては、ただいまの御指示のとおり取り扱わせていただきます。

本日は誠にありがとうございました。
Major Policies Related to Immigration Control Administration
# on December 26, 2014, compiled the report of the 6th Immigration Policy Discussion Panel titled, "The future Direction of Japan's Immigration Control Administration".

## (2) Sub-Panel for Discussions on the System of the Acceptance of Foreign Nationals

With regard to revising the system of technical intern training, a supplementary resolution was added by the Committee on Judicial Affairs of both the House of Representatives and the House of Councillors at the time of the amendment of the Immigration Control Act in 2009 when the revision to the current system of technical intern training was implemented, which stated that a comprehensive consideration would be conducted on fundamental revision of the direction of the system of technical intern training.

With respect to operation of the system, criticism was expressed that the system was not being thoroughly operated at all times in line with the original intent and purpose of the system, which is to make an international contribution through the transfer of skills, etc., as was shown by the existence of some supervising organizations and organizations implementing the technical intern training which, not understanding the intent of the system, were conducting improper acceptance.

Meanwhile, from the viewpoint of expanding the system of technical intern training, a vast revision of the entire system was required in relation to extending the training period and increasing the fixed quota of technical intern trainees to be accepted owing to the many requests received from the related industries.

Under such circumstances, since there was a need to consider the direction of the revision of the system at the earliest possible opportunity, a Sub-Panel for Discussions on the System of the
Acceptance of Foreign Nationals was convened under the 6th Immigration Policy Discussion Panel, and as a result of the discussions held over a total of eight meetings from November 2013 to May 2014, the "Results of the Study on the Direction of the Revision of the System of Technical Intern Training (Report)" was compiled and submitted to the Minister of Justice in June 2014. The report outlined eight areas: (i) the reliable acquisition and transfer of skills, (ii) optimization of supervision by the supervising organizations, (iii) strengthening of the system of monitoring of the supervising organizations and implementing organizations by a public agency, (iv) strengthening of responses to acts of human rights infringement against the technical intern trainees, (v) strengthening of the effectiveness of the regulations vis-à-vis the dispatching organizations, (vi) extension of the technical intern training period (or re-training of skills), (vii) revision of the fixed quota for acceptance, and (viii) expansion of the scope of subject occupations.

## (3) Expert Meeting on the Refugee Recognition System

At the Expert Meeting on the Refugee Recognition System convened under the 6th Immigration Policy Discussion Panel, a total of 19 meetings were held for a period of over a year with the first one held in November 2013, and as a result of the discussions on revising the refugee recognition system such as on measures to promptly and properly process the cases as well as a model of dispositions permitting residence from a humanitarian perspective, the “Results of the Study on the Direction of the Revision of the Refugee Recognition System (Report)” was compiled and submitted to the Minister of Justice in December 2014 in order to promote prompt and reliable asylum for genuine refugees. The report outlined measures relating to four areas: (i) correct asylum through clarification of the subjects eligible for protection, (ii) prompt and proper refugee recognition through clarification of the procedures, (iii) improvement of transparency through clarification of the decisions on recognition, and (iv) improvement of the expertise of those involved in the practical work of recognition.

Chart 20 Outline of the “Results of the Study on the Direction of the Revision of the Refugee Recognition System (Report)”
## ② The Joint Experts Discussion Panel of the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Relating to Revision of the System of Technical Intern Training

With regard to revising the system of technical intern training, the “Results of the Study on the Direction of the Revision of the System of Technical Intern Training (Report)” was compiled by the Sub-Panel for Discussion on the System of the Acceptance of Foreign Nationals under the 6th Immigration Policy Discussion Panel, which indicated the basic direction for revision of the system (see 1 (2) above). In addition, the “Japan Revitalization Strategy (Revised in 2014)” approved by the Cabinet in the same month aimed to fundamentally revise the framework of supervision and management of the system of technical intern training with the transition to the new system to be achieved in FY 2015, and moreover, a policy was indicated to take the necessary institutional measures aimed at enforcement in the same fiscal year with regard to extension of the training period, expansion of the fixed quota for acceptance and other matters.

The Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare established a Joint Experts Discussion Panel of the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare relating to revision of the system of technical intern training, composed of academics and experts from the relevant organizations (economic organizations and labor organizations) in order to study specific measures by seeking a wide range of opinions from various circles towards revising the system, in November 2014. The discussion panel held discussions over a total of four meetings convened up to January 2015 and compiled a report in the same month on specific measures for revision of the system relating to seven areas: (i) ensuring the acquisition and transfer of skills, etc., (ii) optimization of the supervising organizations and implementing organizations, (iii) prevention and countermeasures against human rights infringements, etc., (iv) optimization of the dispatching organizations, (v) extension of the technical intern training period or re-training, (vi) revision of the fixed quota for acceptance, and (vii) expansion of the scope of subject occupations.

Based on the above, the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare drafted the "Bill on the Proper Implementation of Technical Intern Training for Foreign Nationals and Protection of the Technical Intern Trainees" (see Section 3 of Chapter 2 below) with the aim of transitioning to the new system within FY2015, and submitted it on March 6, 2015 to the 189th session of the Diet.
Chart 21 Points of the report of the “Joint Experts Discussion Panel of the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare relating to revision of the system of technical intern training (January 30, 2015)”

## Section 2 ♦ Basic Principles of the Basic Plan for Immigration Control (5th Edition)

In Japan, there has been a rapid progression in the aging of the population and the declining birthrate, which has already led to a reduced working-age population as well as a decline in the total population. On the other hand, there has been a surge in recent years in the number of foreign nationals visiting Japan with expectations of a further increase in the number of foreign nationals visiting Japan in anticipation of the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games to be held in 2020.

On one hand, with respect to the international situation, the Asian countries are expected for the time being to continue to see a high level of economic growth while, on the other hand, conflicts and terrorism continue to occur in many parts of the world.

Under such circumstances, in order for Japan to once again be able to achieve economic growth, the Japanese government has been working on various measures such as structural reform through deregulation and innovation promotion while incorporating the growth of the Asian countries. In addition, since one of the biggest attractions of our country is its safety, we have been proactively working on various issues with the aim of becoming the world's safest country.

In particular, with regard to the increase in foreign nationals visiting Japan due to the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, there are expectations of the Immigration Bureau to contribute greatly to the success of the Games through smooth immigration procedures and measures to safeguard safety.

In the operations of immigration control administration, we are required to respond appropriately and quickly to such changes in domestic and international situations.
Therefore, we have prescribed the basic policies for the measures in future immigration control administration in this Basic Plan as follows, and will continue to develop the necessary measures.

○ Proactive acceptance of foreign nationals vitalizing the Japanese economy and society,

○ Building of a new system of technical intern training from the perspective of further promoting international contributions to the developing countries, etc.,

○ Contributing to the realization of a symbiotic society co-existing with foreign nationals who have been accepted into Japan,

○ Contributing to the realization of a tourism-oriented country through fast and smooth implementation of immigration procedures for foreign nationals visiting Japan,

○ Reinforcement of strict but appropriate immigration examinations and countermeasures against illegal residents, etc. in order to realize a safe and secure society,

○ Promotion of appropriate and prompt asylum for refugee in light of Japan’s standing as a member of the international community with regard to the issue of refugees.

## Section 3 ♦ Major Challenges of the Basic Plan for Immigration Control (5th Edition)

The Basic Plan for Immigration Control (5th Edition) comprises the two parts of “Circumstances Affecting the Entry and Residence of Foreign Nationals” and the “Major Challenges of the Immigration Control Administration and Future Policies”, and the latter part sets the following measures envisaging a period of the next five years pursuant to the basic policies described in the previous section.

## 1 Smooth Acceptance of Foreign Nationals Vitalizing the Japanese Economy and Society

## (1) Acceptance of Human Resources Contributing to Economic Growth

A. Promotion of the Acceptance of Foreign Nationals in Professional and Technical Fields in Response to Changes in the Economy and Society

We will develop immigration control administration to be flexibly, while taking into account the impacts on Japan's labor market, industries and people's lives and considering a broad range of views so as to proceed with the acceptance of human resources, who contribute to economic growth in areas which are evaluated to be professional or technical fields, even with regard to foreign nationals who do not come under the current statuses of residence or landing permission criteria, by revising the statuses of residence and landing permission criteria.

In addition, from the perspective of promoting the acceptance of foreign nationals in professional and technical fields, while taking into account the impact on the employment of Japanese nationals, consideration will be given to whether or not a particular area can be evaluated to be a professional or technical field with regard to foreign students who have graduated from a Japanese institute of higher education such as a university and have acquired a national qualification requiring a certain level of expertise.
## (2) Revisions Relating to Expansion of the System Based on the Original Purpose of the System

As well as carrying out optimization of (1) above, a revision will be made, taking into account the framework for acceptance, etc., in the direction of permitting extension of the training period or re-training for technical intern trainees who are undergoing training at trustworthy supervising organizations/implementing organizations deemed to have been conducting proper acceptance. In addition, a revision will be made in the direction of permitting an increase in the fixed quota of technical intern trainees to be accepted to trustworthy accepting organizations. Moreover, based on the intent of the system to make an international contribution through the transfer of skills, etc. to the developing countries, etc., the subject occupations will be expanded in a form in line with the needs of the dispatching countries and the actual situation of Japan's industries.

## 4 Contributing to a Symbiotic Society Co-existing with Foreign Nationals Through Accurate Operation of the Residency Management System, etc

## (1) Accurate Operation of the Residency Management System and Revision of the System

Information coordination with the municipal governments is of great importance not only to ensure smooth implementation of the administration of residents in the municipalities, but also from the perspective of realizing a symbiotic society where Japanese people and foreign nationals can co-exist, and therefore, we will be continuing with its proper operation and striving to further strengthen cooperation with the municipal governments toward the realization of a symbiotic society living together with foreign nationals.

## (2) Efforts Toward the Realization of a Symbiotic Society Co-existing with Foreign Nationals

We will continue to participate in future efforts to realize a symbiotic society co-existing with foreign nationals so as to simultaneously promote immigration control administration and measures for the realization of a society of co-existence.

## ⑤ Efforts to Realize a Tourism-Oriented Country

## (1) Expansion of Use of the Automated Gates

With regard to the automated gates, efforts will be made to implement more effective publicity measures and to increase the number of users, and moreover, to work on smooth and effective operation of the gates in order to appropriately handle the increase in users.

In addition, in accordance with the Act on Partial Amendment of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act (Act No. 74 of 2014), of the foreign nationals newly entering Japan who are not currently eligible to use the automated gates, foreign nationals who have been recognized as “trusted travelers” will be included in those eligible to use the automated gates, and in the future, measures will be proactively implemented towards smooth and effective operation of the system.
Moreover, with regard to the introduction of automated gates utilizing facial recognition technology in the departure and return examinations for Japanese nationals, a trial run was conducted in August 2014, and outside experts evaluated the utilization of facial recognition technology in the departure and return examinations of Japanese nationals in November of the same year as having “sufficient possibility” and also pointed out issues $ (*) $ requiring resolution towards its implementation. In introducing the facial recognition gates, we will be conducting a study as soon as possible bearing in mind these issues while referring to the efforts of other countries.

## (2) Facilitation of Immigration Examination Procedures Pertaining to Foreign Visitors on Cruise Ships

Measures will be taken to work on smooth operation of the system of landing permission for cruise ship tourists (see Chapter 2, Section 1, 2 (1)), and proactive consideration will be given to measures to conduct onboard examinations within vessels of foreign nationality on the high seas in order to accelerate and facilitate the entry examinations for foreign passengers of cruise ships.

## (3) Other Efforts Contributing to the Realization of a Tourism-Oriented Country

As well as continuing to implement the flexible assignment of immigration inspectors, consideration is being given such as to permitting foreign crew members who have been granted “Landing Permission for Crew Members” multiple times to be eligible to undergo examinations using the automated gates, and to permitting foreign residents to electronically submit their entry and departure record card (ED card) when using the automated gates. Moreover, in cooperation with relevant ministries and agencies, studies are being conducted on specific eligibility and implementation methods, etc. towards the implementation of pre-clearance where the passengers coming to Japan by aircraft will be checked in advance at the airport of the place of departure.

### 6 Promotion of Countermeasures at the Port of Entry toward the Realization of a Safe and Secure Society and Countermeasures, etc. Against Illegal Residents

## (1) Implementation of Strict Immigration Examinations and Other Countermeasures at the Port of Entry for the Purpose of Preventing the Entry of Terrorists and Other Suspect Persons

A. Promotion of Landing Examinations Utilizing Personal Identification Information

Reliably prevent the entry of terrorists and other suspect persons at the border through the implementation of stricter landing examinations which utilize personal identification information.

In addition, consideration will be given to the operation of new technology such as whether or not the facial images of terrorists and other suspect persons may be utilized in the countermeasures at the port of entry.
the police and other law enforcement agencies.

### D. Implementation of Appropriate Treatment of Detainees and Prompt Deportation

The Immigration Bureau will continue to focus on improving the environment in which the detainees are placed and strive to improve the treatment of the detainees. Meanwhile, we will be promoting measures with regard to so-called deportation evaders who refuse to comply with deportation such as further proactive utilization of mass deportations using chartered flights, and we will be working to reliably reduce their numbers. In addition, we will be considering measures to implement effective deportation of detainees whom we have not been able to deport even though a considerable amount of time has passed following the issuance of a deportation order.

## (3) Reinforcement of the Intelligence-Gathering Functions of Immigration Control

As well as collecting a wide range of information from relevant organizations in and outside Japan that is deemed to be beneficial for the purpose of equitable immigration control, we will be reinforcing the intelligence-gathering functions of the Immigration Bureau by training officers to develop advanced information-utilization capabilities and by analyzing information already possessed by the Immigration Bureau and newly-collected information taking a multifaceted approach.

In addition, since information-sharing among the relevant organizations and effective utilization of the information provided by the relevant organizations is crucial, we will continue to strengthen our cooperation with the relevant organizations in the future.

## (4) Appropriate Operation of Special Permission to Stay in Japan

In the future, we will be working on appropriate operation of “Special Permission to Stay in Japan”, and will also be considering revision, where necessary, with regard to the “Guidelines on Special Permission to Stay in Japan” formulated and published by the Immigration Bureau in order to further improve the transparency and fairness of the “Special Permission to Stay in Japan”.

## ⑦ Promotion of Appropriate and Prompt Refugee Protection

### (1) Efforts, etc. for the Purpose of Appropriate and Prompt Refugee Recognition

With regard to so-called “new forms of persecution”, in order to be able to offer protection through more accurate interpretation of the applicability of the Refugee Convention to refugees, we will be taking measures which contribute to clarifying the subjects of protection by such means as building a framework for such purpose, and will also be considering measures to suppress applications based on abuse or misunderstanding of the system.

In addition, we will be improving and strengthening the system of collection and analysis of basic materials relating to the country of origin of the applicant and to international affairs, working on improving and strengthening our training in cooperation with the UNHCR and other relevant organizations, and will be aiming to further improve the quality of the examinations.

Through these initiatives, we will be able to promptly and reliably offer asylum to those persons truly in need of asylum.
## (2) Acceptance of Refugees Through Resettlement

Japan accepted 18 families comprising 86 people of Myanmarese refugee from Thai refugee camps from FY 2010 to FY 2014, and from FY 2015, we will be accepting, under certain conditions, Myanmarese refugees who are temporarily staying in Malaysia, and since it is also possible for those Myanmarese refugees who have been accepted by Japan from Thailand to invite their relatives to live with them, we will be continuing in the future to proceed with smooth acceptance.