Core Points - The Italian government has approved a new decree to issue nearly 500,000 work visas for non-EU citizens over the next three years [1] - This initiative is part of a strategy to address labor shortages and expand legal immigration channels in response to declining birth rates and an aging population [1] Group 1 - The Italian government plans to introduce 450,000 foreign workers from 2023 to 2025, followed by nearly 500,000 from 2026 to 2028 [1] - Italy's population is projected to decrease by approximately 37,000 in 2024, with a death toll exceeding births by about 281,000 [1] - The fertility rate in Italy has dropped to 1.18 in 2024, marking the lowest level since 1995 [1] Group 2 - A think tank's research indicates that Italy needs to accept at least 10 million immigrants by 2050 to maintain its current population level [1] - The new immigration policy aims to establish a stable and legal immigration mechanism, combating illegal entry and exploitation of workers [1]