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๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Organizing Issues of Foreign Employment: Strengthening Measures Against Malicious Businesses and Promoting Japanese Language Education

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare is addressing foreign employment issues, focusing on stricter measures against unscrupulous employers and the promotion of Japanese language education.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Here is the unemployment among foreign-born at its lowest in 18 years

The unemployment rate among foreign-born individuals in Sweden has reached its lowest level in 18 years, thanks in part to the Yrkesvรคg project aimed at facilitating their transition from education to employment.

Mar 19 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Do entrepreneurs comply with requirements when employing citizens from third countries?

Latvian officials are investigating compliance with labor laws concerning the employment of foreign nationals, citing many reports of violations including low wages and excessively long working hours.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Managing Diversity is No Longer an Asset, but a Necessity

The article discusses the increasing necessity for diversity management in the Polish job market due to rising demographic changes and a record number of older and foreign workers.

Mar 15 โ€ข 18:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will investigate what salary should be paid to employees: up to 40 thousand euros will be allocated for this

The Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to allocate up to 40,000 euros to objectively assess the proper salary for employees working in diplomatic missions and consular offices abroad.

Mar 11 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Hire even if the residence permit is about to expire

The Milan Tribunal has ruled that companies must no longer consider the expiration date of residence permits during hiring, highlighting discrimination issues faced by foreign workers.

Mar 10 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Campinas goes from negative balance to 610 jobs for foreigners between 2020 and 2025

Campinas, Brazil, has seen a positive shift in employment for foreigners, with 610 new jobs created between 2020 and 2025, particularly in the services sector.

Mar 7 โ€ข 18:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Reward System for Reporting Illegal Employment of Foreigners Explained by Ibaraki Governor as Targeting 'Businesses'

The Ibaraki governor explained that the new reporting reward system for illegal employment of foreigners targets businesses that facilitate this issue, addressing concerns over potential human rights violations.

Mar 7 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Spain exceeds half a million foreign self-employed workers for the first time: 'It has not been easy at all'

Spain has reached a historic milestone of over half a million foreign self-employed workers, primarily driven by significant growth among foreign affiliates in recent years.

Mar 6 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Work permit does not always allow for the employment of foreigners

The article discusses the complexities and limitations surrounding work permits in Poland, specifically focusing on their implications for hiring foreigners.

Mar 5 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Proposal to Reduce Foreign Students' Working Hours by Half

Lithuanian officials are proposing to reduce the maximum working hours for foreign students from 40 to 20 hours per week as part of legislation aimed at strengthening control over their employment.

Mar 4 โ€ข 11:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What to Pay Attention to When Hiring a Foreigner?

The article discusses considerations for hiring foreign workers in Poland, highlighting necessary precautions and legalities.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The growth of employment in Finland has relied on foreigners throughout the 2020s, a collapse in Finnish employment

A report discusses how the growth in Finnish employment during the 2020s has predominantly depended on foreign workers, highlighting the challenges faced by Finnish employees.

Feb 25 โ€ข 03:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Want stricter control of surgeons

Health authorities in Norway are considering legal changes that would allow them to request police records from foreign doctors seeking employment.

Feb 22 โ€ข 09:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Daily journey of up to 12 hours and salary in foreign currency: the controversial labor reform of Milei that generated strikes and protests in Argentina

Argentina is debating a controversial labor reform proposed by President Javier Milei that aims to redefine employment conditions and has sparked strikes and protests.

Feb 21 โ€ข 13:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
World

Will he look at Mexico? Trump pressures Italy to stop employing Cuban doctors

Donald Trump is intensifying pressure on Italy to cease the employment of Cuban doctors amid his broader campaign against the Cuban government's practices.

Feb 21 โ€ข 01:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Discussion Begins at the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare on the Employment of Foreign Workers: Considering an 'Orderly Symbiotic Society'

The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in Japan has commenced discussions on the employment of foreign workers, in line with the government's vision of creating an 'orderly symbiotic society' with foreigners, focusing on preventing illegal work and reviewing rules for employers.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Let's Follow the Steps of Argentina

Ecuador is making significant strides in international relations through various economic initiatives, but it requires labor reforms to enhance job creation and access.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Nikkei Average Continues to Rise, First Time in the 58,000 Range with an Increase of Over 300 Points

The Nikkei average stock price surged past the 58,000 mark for the first time, driven by strong US employment data and significant buying from foreign investors following the recent election.

Feb 12 โ€ข 00:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Standards for Changing Workplace for Foreign Workers Revised, but Controversy Over 'Sabotage' Penalties

The South Korean government plans to revise the criteria for foreign workers changing jobs but faces criticism due to potential penalties for 'sabotage'.

Feb 10 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Immigration and the Employment of Spaniards

The article discusses the complex relationship between immigration and the employment of Spaniards, highlighting that a significant portion of new job creation in Spain is by foreign workers and that Spaniards are moving towards higher-value occupations.

Feb 8 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Record number of foreign workers, critical raw materials and outflow of ESG capital

A record number of foreign workers in Poland has increased by 96,000 in 2025 despite a decline in employment in the corporate sector and rising unemployment.

Feb 5 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Foreigners Filling Gaps in the Labor Market. A New Record Has Been Set

By the end of 2025, nearly 1.29 million foreigners were legally employed in Poland, marking an 8% increase from the previous year despite a rise in the unemployment rate.

Feb 5 โ€ข 03:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Canadian province opens virtual recruitment session for foreigners

Newfoundland and Labrador is hosting a virtual recruitment event on February 11 to connect skilled foreign workers with employers.

Feb 2 โ€ข 16:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Altinget
Life & Tech

Samira Nawa: Kaare Dybvad paints a frightening picture of international labor

Samira Nawa critiques Danish Employment Minister Kaare Dybvad's portrayal of international labor in his new book, arguing against its conflation with immigration policy that undermines skilled foreign workers.

Feb 2 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

Builders imported 30% fewer foreign workers last year

The trend of decreasing permits for foreign workers confirmed that 30% fewer were imported last year compared to the previous year, with a total of 170,723 issued permits.

Jan 15 โ€ข 07:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

Croatian students lack skills crucial for the near future

A new study reveals that many Croatian students wish to work from home for foreign companies, but their digital skills do not meet the job requirements needed for such roles.

Jan 11 โ€ข 16:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Bangladesh slaps more visa curbs on Indians โ€“ media

Bangladesh has implemented further restrictions on visa issuance to Indian nationals, affecting all categories except for business and employment visas.

Jan 8 โ€ข 11:00 UTC

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