Netherlands: Calls for Protest Against Dutch Parliament’s Decision to Conceal Migrant Data

Dutch anti-racists are planning a demonstration to protest the parliament’s decision to conceal information about immigrants. This follows the parliament’s approval of a motion aimed at preserving details about the cultural and religious norms and values of Dutch individuals with immigrant backgrounds. Additionally, there is a public petition calling for the withdrawal of this decision….

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Former Chancellor Merkel Criticizes Germany’s Border Policy on Refugee Rejection

Angela Merkel has criticized the Christian Democratic Union’s (CDU) immigration policy, particularly its stance on tightening border controls and rejecting asylum seekers at the border. In an interview with Der Spiegel, the former German Chancellor remarked, “I still think this is not right.” She emphasized that sending asylum seekers back to Germany’s borders will not…

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Slovakia Reduces Aid for Ukrainian Refugees

The Slovak Parliament has approved an amendment to the Aliens Residence Act and the Asylum Act, which includes reductions in the assistance provided to Ukrainian refugees. Under the new amendment, refugees who receive asylum status after February 28, 2025, will only be entitled to stay in asylum facilities for 60 days, down from the current…

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Germany: Startups Urge Removal of Barriers to Foreign Skilled Worker Immigration

The Startup Association has criticized ongoing barriers to employing foreign workers and is urging the reduction of bureaucratic hurdles that hinder the recruitment of skilled professionals from outside Germany. In collaboration with the recruitment company Stepstone, the association released the German Startup Monitor 2024 report. According to the report, only 17% of the 1,859 startups…

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Berlin Police Union Calls for Greater Police Presence in Refugee Shelters

The Berlin Police Union is calling for a greater police presence in refugee shelters to facilitate faster deportations. Stefan Weh, the state head of the GDP, emphasized that planned deportations necessitate current documentation, and it is essential for immigration authorities to receive this information promptly to ensure successful deportation processes. As a result, the Berlin…

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Soccer Team Wins German Integration and Tolerance Award for Supporting Refugee Children

Hertha Bonn has been awarded the German Football Association’s (DFB) Integration and Tolerance Award for its efforts in supporting refugee children and helping them integrate into German society. According to DFB President Bernd Neuendorf, 134 clubs applied for the award, but Hertha Bonn stood out due to the remarkable impact of its “Football Connects” project….

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