移民は来てくれるのか──衰退国家の現実

In this episode, I examine the issue of labor shortages in Japan and the common assumption that immigration can easily solve it. I argue that this view overlooks a crucial reality: migrants are not passive labor, but active decision-makers who choose where to go. Countries must compete to be selected. I explore how factors such as wages, currency strength, and career opportunities shape these choices, and why timing is critical. If a country waits until economic decline to attract talent, it may already be too late. Ultimately, immigration is not about acceptance, but about remaining an attractive destination.