Latest immigration news today
Here are some of the latest immigration news updates from around the world:
United States:
- DACA Renewals Resume: The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has resumed accepting renewal applications for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which was previously suspended.
- Asylum Seekers Face Increased Barriers: The Trump administration has announced new rules to make it more difficult for asylum seekers to enter the US, including requiring them to apply for asylum in a third country before reaching the US border.
- ICE Raids Target Undocumented Immigrants: Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have conducted raids in several states, targeting undocumented immigrants who have been ordered deported.
Europe:
- UK's Points-Based Immigration System: The UK government has launched its new points-based immigration system, which will prioritize skilled workers and reduce the number of low-skilled workers entering the country.
- EU's Migration Pact: The European Union has agreed on a new migration pact, which aims to reduce the number of migrants entering the EU and increase cooperation between member states.
- Italy's Migrant Crisis: Italy has seen a surge in migrant arrivals, with over 20,000 migrants arriving in the country so far this year.
Canada:
- New Immigration Plan: The Canadian government has announced a new immigration plan, which aims to welcome 341,000 new permanent residents in 2022, including 30,000 refugees and 20,000 asylum seekers.
- Express Entry Draw: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has held a new Express Entry draw, inviting 3,900 candidates to apply for permanent residence.
Australia:
- Skilled Migration Program: The Australian government has announced changes to its skilled migration program, including a new points-based system and increased emphasis on skilled workers in areas such as healthcare and technology.
- Asylum Seeker Policy: The Australian government has announced plans to send asylum seekers who arrive by boat to a new detention center on the Pacific island nation of Nauru.
Other News:
- UNHCR Warns of Global Refugee Crisis: The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has warned of a global refugee crisis, with over 70 million people displaced worldwide.
- US-Mexico Border Wall: The US and Mexico have reached a deal to build a new border wall, with the US agreeing to pay for a significant portion of the construction costs.
These are just a few of the latest immigration news updates from around the world. If you're looking for more information or have specific questions about immigration, feel free to ask!