The government plans to scrap a widely criticized rule that says refugee applications can only be accepted within 60 days of an individual’s arrival, according to a draft bill.
The 60-day rule makes it easy for the government to withhold refugee status from tardy applicants. The rule has been said to symbolize Japan’s reluctance to accept asylum seekers.
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