Kenya sci-fi series imagines European immigrants fleeing to Africa
TV show set in 2062 presents Africa as an oasis which desperate Europeans are risking their lives to reach.
Hong Kong: Cross-boundary human smuggling syndicate smashed by Immigration Department and Mainland authorities
Through continuous intelligence collection and exchange, the above-mentioned authorities detected an active cross-boundary human smuggling syndicate that specialized in arranging for Vietnamese nationals to seek illegal entry into Hong Kong via the land border.
Obama largely avoids immigration in State of the Union
President Obama delivered his 6th State of the Union address in front of a new GOP dominated Congress. Here are 3 big take aways.
Sweden by far EU's most pro-immigrant nation
Swedes are much more positive towards immigration than the citizens of any other country in the European Union, according to figures from the latest Eurobarometer survey.
Fortress mentality on EU migration creates xenophobia, warns Italian PM
Matteo Renzi says defensive attitude in debate about freedom of movement opens the door to right-wing nationalism.
When you join the EU you make a deal – Switzerland needs to remember that
Swiss attempts to limit EU immigration may succeed but, as UK Eurosceptics should note, reneging on a bargain can bring dire consequences.
Small demo held in Budapest against PM’s immigration remarks
Around 150 demonstrators gathered in central Budapest on Monday to protest against recent remarks about economic migrants made by Hungary’s prime minister.
Le Pen criticises ‘20 years of mistakes’ on immigration
Marine Le Pen, leader of France’s far-right National Front, ended two weeks of restraint on the terror attacks that left 17 people dead in Paris as she lashed out at the government and political establishment for “20 years of mistakes” on immigration and Europe.
Britons claiming benefits across EU 'outnumber immigrants getting welfare in the UK'
A new survey has revealed that the number of Britons claiming benefits across European Union countries currently outweighs the number of immigrants from those respective countries that are receiving welfare in the UK - a stark contrast to government figures.
Boston Councillor to raise issues with UK immigration minister
Immigration issues will be on the agenda at two key meetings in London tomorrow, with a Boston councillor hoping to use the opportunity to get some answers.
Majority of Americans Back Obama on Cuba, Immigration — WSJ/NBC Poll
President Barack Obama has broad popular support for his plans to restore diplomatic relations with Cuba and grant legal status to four million more undocumented immigrants, according to the latest Wall Street Journal/NBC News poll out Tuesday.
56 Percent of Americans Want to Defund Obama’s Immigration Order
Fifty-six percent of Americans want Congress to defund President Obama’s November executive action on immigration, according to a new poll conducted by ABC news.
Canada Expands Immigration in 2015 - Canadian Visa Expert Reports
2015 is going to be a year with a very high demand for immigration to Canada due to a large number of attractive migration programs that exist in Canada, and especially because of the new Express Entry application management system that the government of Canada designed and inaugurated earlier this year in order to help more foreigners with skills get to Canada much faster.
Air Europa inaugurates Madrid-Ouarzazate link
The airline company of the Spanish group Globalia “Air Europa” opened the air route Madrid-Ouarzazate with first direct flight on Thursday night at the airport of the Moroccan city Ouarzazate.
Immigration and Islam: Europe’s Crisis of Faith
France and the rest of Western Europe have never honestly confronted the issues raised by Muslim immigration.
French immigration story not what opponents say
The National Museum of Immigration History in Paris is a fascinating place to visit at the moment, against the backdrop of fierce debates over whether to clamp down on new arrivals.
Most Conservatives want more immigration, centre-right think tank tells David Cameron
Bright Blue said that being aggressive towards migrants coming to the UK risks putting off ethnic minority Tories who '"will be an important part of the Conservative Party's support base in the years ahead'.
US Senators pitch start-up visa, other immigration reforms
On Friday, Moran (R-Kan.) and Warner (D-Va.) introduced the fourth version of their Startup Act — a piece of legislation they have been lobbying for and tinkering with for more than four years, and one that, in its latest iteration, would tweak the nation’s tax code, immigration laws and regulatory system in ways intended to help revive America’s entrepreneurial economy.
Sensible immigration reform may have a chance in Washington
Immigration reform has stalled because of ugly Republican politics and an insistence by the Democrats that it be all or nothing.
Hungary’s PM Urges EU to Limit Immigration
BUDAPEST—Hungary’s prime minister on Sunday urged the European Union to limit immigration into the bloc, saying that some people abuse the rules of political asylum in the bloc while their real purpose is employment.
UK Government's Fear of Losing Seats Turns Debate on Immigration ‘Toxic’
EDINBURGH– The debate over immigration into the UK has become "toxic" because the UK government is afraid of losing seats to the UK Independence Party (UKIP), leader of Respect Party George Galloway told Sputnik on Friday.
Immigration adds a city a year to Britain’s population
New official study charts how population growth from immigration has surged twelvefold in a generation.
Polish and Indian nationals push UK immigration up 1,200% since 1983
Immigration has soared by 1,200% since 1983, adding the equivalent of a city to Britain annually, say official figures.
Fast-track for Mexican immigrants seeking American benefits as citizens can now get birth certificates in US consulates
Previously, Mexicans had to go home to get birth certificate for applications
Now they will be able to retrieve the documents from US-based consulates
It will radically speed up the process for seeking protection from deportation
It comes amid Republican attempts to overturn Obama's immigration order
Mexican immigrants can now obtain birth certificates from their government's consulates in the United States, fast-tracking their applications for American work permits and driver's licenses.
Immigration debate has descended into ‘jingoistic nonsense’, says Archbishop of York
The debate about immigration, which polls suggest could dominate the General Election campaign, has descended into “jingoistic nonsense”, the Archbishop of York has warned.
US Republicans struggle to block Obama immigration moves
HERSHEY, Pennsylvania - US Republican lawmakers acknowledged on Thursday it will be difficult for the Senate to pass a House of Representatives bill blocking President Barack Obama's immigration initiatives, and vowed not to put security funding at risk in the process.
Paddington’ and 5 other movies about immigration
“Paddington,” out Friday, is about an undocumented South American immigrant who arrives in Britain to take advantage of its generous welfare system, particularly when it comes to marmalade. He should feel right at home with these characters who left theirs to make a new one.
This book assumes optimistically a series of theoretical propositions that will not only break with all essentialist reading of identity, but also helps to better understand the reality that it covers.
It presents an overview of the issue of identity in a critical perspective. The author proposes to rethink "what is the identity on the basis of our historical conditions" to reconcile with the term, "thus preventing it to take us to the ordinary mediocrity of racism."
Republicans offer Obama choice between immigration reform and counter-terror funding
A fresh clash between the House of Representatives and the White House over immigration reform has thrown future funding for the Department of Homeland Security into doubt, including funding for counter-terrorism programs.
Swiss seek to avert EU immigration clash with 'safeguard' clause
(Reuters) - The Swiss government hopes to negotiate for a right to cap immigration from the European Union so as to keep its access to EU markets when it writes into law a popular vote requiring strict limits on migration.
Quebec to launch consultation on immigration and diversity
Government wants input from Quebecers on how to make province more welcoming for immigrants.
Is Germany on a collision course over 'Islamisation' and immigration?
Big Question: Anders Behring Breivik was motivated by a similar far-Right ideology and perceived threats, such as Islamification and multiculturalism, as held by the Pegida protesters
What are the Pegida protests?
Cuban Immigration By Boat Surges Amid Fears Of Policy Changes
U.S. President Barack Obama’s decision to restore diplomatic ties with Cuba may have altered the course for the historically frozen relationship, but for now the change still doesn’t amount to much for Cuban immigration to the U.S. Still, that hasn’t stopped rumors that preferential treatment for immigrants from Cuba might soon end -- leading to desperate attempts by some to reach American soil by boat.
New Canada immigration alert: Nova Scotia's 'express entry'
A new immigration opportunity to Canada has presented itself through the Nova Scotia Demand: Express Entry programme.
House may stumble on plan to hit Obama on immigration
WASHINGTON (CNN) —The House is moving toward a vote on an all-or-nothing measure that ties funding for the Department of Homeland Security to the roll-back of President Barack Obama's immigration overhaul -- but it could face trouble, this time from moderate Republicans.
Hong Kong shelves immigration programme for wealthy Mainland investors
HONG KONG — Hong Kong is putting on hold an investor immigration plan that has granted residency in the city to more than 20,000 Mainland Chinese in the last decade.
After Charlie Hebdo Attack, Parisians Fear Immigration Crackdown, Racist Policies
PARIS -- As France rallies in favor of tolerance and freedom of expression after the terrorist attacks of last week, some French fear that the backlash will damage precisely those values, in the country with the biggest Muslim population in Europe.
In wake of Paris violence, thousands rally against immigration in Germany
DRESDEN, Germany A middle aged man waved his sign in front of television cameras and snorts to whoever will listen: The idiots in Berlin called us Nazis. Ha.
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy says immigration 'is not linked to terrorism, but complicates things'
Sarkozy says immigration will be the subject of 'extremely deep debate'.
Obama likely to veto amendments blocking immigration reform - White House
The White House says it is ready to veto the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding bill, if it includes any measures to block President Barack Obama's executive action on immigration, RIA Novosti reported.
German anti-Islam group Pegida presents six-point plan on immigration rules
German anti-Islam group Pegida has presented a six-point plan demanding clear immigration rules, an end to “absurd” EU controls and direct democracy in Germany through referenda.
Calls to Curb Muslim Immigration Rise in Switzerland
ZURICH—Calls to curb immigration from Muslim countries to Switzerland have risen since last week’s terror spree in Paris, the latest evidence that anti-Islam sentiment is rising in one of Europe’s most tolerant countries.
Latvian PM: immigration must not be equated with terrorism
Immigration must not be associated with terrorism as these are two completely different phenomena, believes Latvian Prime Minister Laimdota Straujuma (Unity), cites LETA.
Twelve people were massacred in Paris on Wednesday merely for expressing their opinion through art. Many might not like the art that prompted the carnage. They may consider it obscene and even an attack on their faith. But in the 21st, 15th or 57th century - whatever your religion, calendar, or country - there is no excuse or justification for responding to art with murder.
Turkey should create immigration policy for Syrian refugees, report says
Syrians will stay in Turkey for an extended period of time, with some potentially spending their entire life in Turkey, a new report titled “The Effects of the Syrian Refugees on Turkey” has stated, adding that the government should therefore formulate a comprehensive immigration policy for the future.
Expansive House G.O.P. Immigration Bill Undercuts the President
WASHINGTON — House Republicans introduced legislation Friday that would roll back President Obama’s executive actions on immigration, undoing a provision that would allow five million undocumented immigrants to remain in the country and one that protects young people brought to the United States illegally by a parent.
Israel expects Charlie Hebdo violence to spark French Jewish immigration
JERUSALEM — A cartoon published Friday in the liberal Israeli newspaper Haaretz showed a plane labeled “Air Jihad” on the tarmac of Israel’s international airport, discharging a crowd of flag-waving French Jewish immigrants while an official greeter holds up a welcome sign.
German parties consider immigration law reforms
Politicians in Germany are pushing for a new immigration law. They argue the rise of the anti-Islamization group PEGIDA is a sign the public has lost faith in the regulation of immigrants.
Welcome To Brazil: The Effect Of Immigration On The Country's Economy
With immigration on (or near) the top of everyone’s minds in the U.S. lately, I thought it would be helpful to take a look at immigration’s effect on Brazil. A continuous inflow of highly qualified immigrants is a key factor in any country’s development. By attracting and retaining talent, an economy benefits from new entrepreneurs and the businesses and jobs they create. Brazil is beginning to reap the benefits of a recent inflow of highly skilled professional immigrants, and is looking for new ways to maintain that growth and attract even more successful foreigners.
Revamped immigration programme for Canada may attract more applicants
The revamped Canadian immigration programme that came into effect from January 1 this year could be the answer to many waiting to immigrate to the North American country.
Greenpeace activist stopped by immigration at Delhi from flight headed to London
A Greenpeace senior campaigner was “offloaded” at Delhi airport from a flight to London where she was scheduled to make a presentation before British MPs regarding alleged human rights violation at Mahan in Madhya Pradesh.
No immigration queues in US for UAE passengers
One of the things tourists hate about traveling is having to queue up at the immigration on arrival. For UAE passengers wishing to travel to the United States, they may no longer have to show their visa and passport to the immigration officer after landing.
Nigeria: Immigration Repatriates 631 Foreigners in Sokoto
Sokoto — A total of 631 foreigners who were illegally residing in the country were repatriated by the Sokoto State command of the Nigeria Immigration Service last year.
A Hopeful Refugee Rebuilds her Life in Morocco
Rabat (MWN)– On September 2013, Morocco has adopted a new asylum policy that allows for the regularisation of refugees who were recognised under UNHCR’s mandate and provides them with a Moroccan refugee card and a residence permit.
Europe’s Anti-Immigrant Parties Make Hay From Paris Terrorist Attack
The populist and anti-immigrant parties surging in the polls across much of Europe did not even wait to find out the identity of the attackers before deciding exactly who to blame for the massacre of 12 people at the Charlie Hebdo offices in Paris. Within hours of the assault on the French satirical magazine, far-right politicians had variously pointed the finger at migrants, refugees and Islam.
Paris police shootings: Nigel Farage accused of exploiting France terror attack to blame immigration
The UKIP leader is accused of attempting to exploit yesterday's brutal massacre, in which 12 people were shot dead, and this morning's shooting in which a policewoman was killed, to gain the political upper-hand.
Merkel's conservatives call for broader immigration debate
BERLIN (Reuters) - Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives are calling for a broader debate and changes to immigration law after criticism that her government has not done enough to explain to Germans the need for immigrants and let too many unskilled workers in.
Tunisia: Two Illegal Immigration Attempts of Tunisians Off Nabeul and Haouaria Thwarted
Tunis, — The Navy units thwarted, on Wednesday, two illegal immigration attempts of Tunisians off Nabeul and Haouaria.
Russia clamps down on illegal immigration
New immigration laws set to go into effect Jan. 10 will target foreign citizens who overstay the legal period of residence in Russia.
Merkel insists there is a will to reform EU immigration
The German Chancellor Angela Merkel has offered only faint hope that David Cameron will find a “common solutions” to concerns raised by the UK about the functioning of the European Union.
Hong Kong: Forty-three immigration offenders arrested
The Immigration Department and the Hong Kong Police Force yesterday (January 7) jointly mounted an anti-illegal employment operation codenamed Windsand in Sheung Shui District.
Student immigration policy: Business 1, Theresa May 0
It looks like Theresa May’s Home Office plans to restrict visas of foreign graduates have been derailed by George Osborne.
Obama presses Mexico to help prevent illegal immigration surge
President Obama pressed Mexico’s president on Tuesday to work alongside the U.S. government to prevent a new surge of illegal immigrants.
Republicans weigh options on immigration
House GOP leaders huddled with rank-and-file members Wednesday in search of a strategy for blocking President Obama's recent executive action on immigration policy.
London and Berlin Debate on Immigration, Ukraine and G7 Summit
London (Prensa Latina) British Prime Minister David Cameron, today analyze topics related to immigration in the European Union (EU), the Ukrainian crisis and the next G-7 summit with the German Chancellor, Angela Merkel, visiting this capital.
Lebanon imposes new visa restrictions on Syrians fleeing civil war
BEIRUT (AP) - Lebanon turned back Syrians trying to cross the border Monday under strict new visa regulations, saying it simply cannot handle any more people displaced by the ongoing civil war.
James Dyson slams Theresa May's plan to kick out foreign students
The entrepreneur is banging his drum again about the Government's 'shortsighted vote chasing'. Shame more don't join him.
Illegal Immigration from Cuba to U.S. Increased 117% in December
MIAMI – A total of 481 illegal Cuban immigrants reached or were found on U.S. territory in December 2014, a 117 percent increase compared to the same month a year ago, the U.S. Coast Guard has reported.
Anti-Immigration Movement in Germany Reignites Debate Over National Identity
BERLIN — The appearance of thousands of anti-immigrant marchers in Dresden has galvanized both sides of the immigration debate in Germany and reignited a discussion about national identity.
UK: Fall in students from India and Pakistan as immigration rules bite
Drop in Indian and Pakistani students of 23.5% and 13.4% partly due to growing perception that Britain is not a welcoming place.
Angela Merkel to hold talks with David Cameron months after immigration spat
German Chancellor Angela Merkel will visit Britain next week for talks with Prime Minister David Cameron.
Republicans ready to block immigration order as its supporters vow to fight back
Sen. Ted Cruz has vowed to make the road to implementing the executive order on immigration very rough for President Barack Obama – so rough, that perhaps the destination will not be reached.
Obama to discuss immigration with Mexico’s president at White House
Less than two months after granting deportation amnesty to millions of illegal immigrants, President Obama will huddle with Mexico’s president Tuesday seeking ways to prevent more migrants from crossing the U.S. border in search of a free pass.
New York City Immigration Advocates Announce Goals to Achieve in 2015
New York- Immigration advocates are hoping to accomplish big things for the roughly 750,000 illegal immigrants living in New York State.
'Racist' protesters march against Islam and immigration in Germany
Protesters marched in several German cities on Monday against higher levels of immigration and what they see as the growing influence of Islam, in defiance of an appeal from Chancellor Angela Merkel to spurn rallies she views as racist.
Swedish residents 'love-bomb' Uppsala mosque in outpouring of support after attacks
The day before anti-Muslim messages had been scrawled on the building and a failed Molotov cocktail thrown.
Euro and Immigration Promise Challenges for Merkel in 2015
BERLIN — Although she is still popular at home and respected abroad, Chancellor Angela Merkel is entering 2015 facing fresh challenges in both arenas.
Israeli immigration intake sees 'historical shift'
Israeli Defense Minister, Moshe Ya'alon, left, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, at the cabinet meeting at the defense ministry in Tel Aviv, Israel, Thursday, July 31, 2014.
US: This year, millions will be free from worry of deportation as new immigration rules take effect
Washington — President Obama’s new immigration policies could affect as many as 5 million people, including the possibility of a three-year reprieve from the threat of deportation for parents of children with legal status.
Customs officers to be armed at Australian airports as immigration crackdown begins
Government officers protecting Australian airports will soon be allowed to carry weapons as part of the move to establish the Australian Border Force.
Want to move to Canada? Express Entry immigration system launched
The Conservative government’s overhaul of Canada’s immigration system hits a milestone on Wednesday with the launch of a new system for selecting economic immigrants.
Canada changes immigration rules to fast-track skilled workers
The Canadian federal government is revamping its immigration system, with a new fast-track computerised programme taking effect from January 1.
The New Reality Of U.S. Immigration
The $1.1 trillion spending bill the Senate passed this month will fund most of the federal government through September 2015—with the notable exception of the Department of Homeland Security, whose funding expires in February.
Immigration a 'losing game' according to German economist
President of the Ifo Institute for Economic Research, Hans-Werner Sinn, has challenged a study claiming immigrants are bringing money to Germany. The economist said Germany is a "magnet for unqualified immigrants." Hans-Werner Sinn.
Young voters care about living costs, not immigration or EU
A report finds undecided young people may hold the key to the general election. And they care more about online privacy and housing than immigration and the EU.
Immigration beats economy as number one worry for UK voters
Immigration is the most important political issue to voters, pollsters say Public are more worried about Britain's borders than finances, YouGov say It's the first time since 2010 that the economy hasn't been the biggest issue.
Sweden can’t avoid debate on immigration, analysts say
STOCKHOLM (AFP)– Sweden may have narrowly avoided snap elections that would have been dominated by a debate on immigration, but with asylum seekers arriving in record numbers the issue is unlikely to stay off the agenda for long, analysts say.
Germany needs immigration, Finance Minister says after anti-asylum rallies
BERLIN (Reuters) - German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble said on Saturday that immigration is good for the country and politicians must explain better that everyone stands to gain from it, in response to the rise of a new movement opposing an influx of Muslim immigrants.
Canadian Visa Expert Prepares for 2015 Express Entry Immigration Changes
Starting January 1, 2015, Canadian Visa Expert will prepare its customers for an improved immigration system called Express Entry to Canada; a system that will manage and expedite the selection process of Permanent Residence visa applications within six months or less.
Pakistan working to tackle illegal immigration, enhance bilateral ties: Senate chairman
Muscat - The Chairman of Pakistan’s Senate has said that his country is working to curb illegal immigration, especially with respect to the Gulf. In an interview with Muscat Daily, Syed Nayyer Hussain Bokhari, also talked about measures to protect and promote welfare of Pakistan’s blue collar workers in the region.
U.S. farmers brace for labor shortage under new immigration policy
Fresno, California(AP) – Farmers already scrambling to find workers in California — the leading U.S. grower of fruits, vegetables and nuts — fear an even greater labor shortage under President Barack Obama’s executive action to block some 5 million people from deportation.
Estonia offers e-residency to foreigners
By the end of the year, people living anywhere in the world will be able to become ‘digital citizens’ without entering the physical country. But what does this mean? Nabeelah Shabbir reports.
After 522 Years, Spain Seeks To Make Amends For Expulsion Of Jews
Children gather outside the El Transito synagogue and Sephardic Museum in Toledo, Spain. Founded in 1357, the synagogue was converted into a church following the expulsion of Jews from Spain in 1492. Spain is now preparing to pass a law that would allow descendants of the expelled Jews to receive Spanish citizenship.
Swedish official condemns mosque arson attack as 'foul'
Swedish ministers have condemned Thursday's arson attack on a mosque in the southeastern Swedish town of Eskilstuna, which injured five people.
Swedish mosque attacked on Christmas Day amid national immigration debate
An arsonist has set fire to a mosque in a town in central Sweden on Christmas Day, an incident which comes amid an intense debate over immigration.
Little noticed in immigration overhaul: government hiring rush
Only 10 days after President Barack Obama announced in a prime-time address that millions of undocumented people would soon "be able to apply to stay in this country temporarily without fear of deportation," an electronic bulletin reached inboxes across Washington.
Insight: Tragedy of Africa’s immigrants on Europe’s borders
Just across the sea from the sunny tourist beaches of southern Spain where many Europeans spend their Christmas holidays, a violent crisis is intensifying on Europe’s borders with Africa.