Ielts Academic Writing Task 1 Sample 82

You should spend a maximum of 20 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: 

The image provides information about the number of foreign workers employed in Japan and South Korea (in millions).

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

You should write at least 150 words.

The graph shows the number of foreign workers employed in Japan and South Korea from 2012 to 2023, measured in millions. It provides a comparative analysis of the increasing foreign workforce in both countries, highlighting the percentage growth from 2022 to 2023.

Japan consistently maintained a higher number of foreign workers compared to South Korea throughout the period. In 2012, Japan had approximately 0.68 million foreign workers, which steadily increased, reaching 2.05 million in 2023. This represents a 12% growth from 2022 to 2023.

In contrast, South Korea exhibited slower growth but showed a steady upward trend. In 2012, the foreign worker population was around 0.42 million, rising to 0.92 million by 2023. This reflects a 9% increase from the previous year.

Overall, while Japan continues to lead in the number of foreign workers, South Korea is experiencing steady growth in its foreign workforce, showing potential to narrow the gap between the two countries in the coming years.