Czechia relies on Ukrainian muscles and Slovak brains
The article discusses the demographic shift in Czechia, highlighting the increasing numbers of foreign workers, notably from Slovakia and Ukraine, and the wage disparities between these groups.
Foreign labor is poorly utilized in this country according to BHM
Iceland's BHM asserts that foreign labor is not being effectively utilized in the country.
What to Pay Attention to When Hiring a Foreigner?
The article discusses considerations for hiring foreign workers in Poland, highlighting necessary precautions and legalities.
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.
N.S. foreign worker ‘coerced’ and ‘threatened,’ Ontario man facing human trafficking charge
An Ontario man has been charged with human trafficking and extortion after a foreign worker in Nova Scotia was reportedly coerced into excessive labor and threatened.
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.
Wille Rydman's Bold Proposal on Hospitals
Wille Rydman, Finland's incoming Minister of Social Affairs and Health, presents a bold proposal regarding the future of healthcare staffing and expresses skepticism about relying on foreign labor to address workforce shortages.
Canada updates express entry for foreign professionals, adds new categories
Canada has introduced updates to its Express Entry system for 2026, aiming to attract skilled professionals and address labor shortages.
The government's wish to bring in foreign social and health care workers is causing concern in the election campaign
Denmark's government plans to invest a significant amount to recruit foreign social and health care workers due to a projected shortage in the coming decade, raising concerns about reliance on foreign labor.
Waiting about nine months to obtain a work permit
An individual has been waiting for approximately nine months to receive their work permit in Iceland.
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.
Live: Return of IS-linked families an 'enduring problem' for Australia, O'Neil says
A Labor frontbencher affirms the Australian government's position on the return of families linked to Islamic State fighters as it navigates pressures regarding their passport acquisition.
Chinese police calls to HungryPanda riders raise foreign interference concerns
HungryPanda delivery riders in Sydney are reporting intimidation tactics by Chinese police against their families to deter protests regarding pay and working conditions.
"In Poland, we have a system of cheap slavery today." This is what the exploitation of Colombians looks like
The article discusses the exploitation of Colombian workers in Poland, highlighting their harsh working conditions and low wages.
Farmer Søren is tired of politicians who criticize the internship program: "I would love to bring such a politician out here and show them how we do it"
Farmer Søren expresses frustration with politicians' criticism of the agricultural internship program, advocating for a hands-on understanding of its benefits.
Half of Spain's economic growth in the last three years is explained by foreign workers
A study reveals that nearly half of Spain's economic growth over the past three years can be attributed to foreign workers contributing to the labor market.
Minister of Labor Kim Young-hoon sends letter of apology to the family of deceased migrant worker Sok Heng: "I will remember Sok Heng's name"
Minister Kim Young-hoon assured the family of Sok Heng, a Cambodian migrant worker who tragically died in a greenhouse, that he would strive to improve labor conditions for foreign workers in South Korea.
Companies Lack Workers and Bring Them in from the Philippines. Each Costs 85 Thousand
Czech companies are resorting to hiring workers from the Philippines due to local labor shortages, with each imported worker costing around 85,000 CZK.
The Trade Union Supports Investigation After Epstein Revelations
The trade union is backing a potential investigation into the foreign service, advocating for inquiry into broader structural issues as well.
New Gastarbeiters Will Rise. Havlíček is Looking for Workforce
The article discusses the search for new foreign laborers by Czech officials as the country faces labor shortages.
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'.
Analyst: There is very little room for increasing Croatian salaries
Economic analyst Predrag Bejaković highlights the ongoing challenges in the Croatian labor market, particularly in finding seasonal workers ahead of the tourist season.
Circular Migration, the Government's Offer
Ecuador's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced a circular migration program aimed at providing safe and legal temporary labor opportunities abroad, starting with the selection of 150 workers for agricultural jobs in Florida this February.
Employers in this part of the U.S. open doors to immigrants and ask the government to enable permanent work permits
Agricultural producers in Louisiana are publicly calling for a pathway to permanent legal status for immigrant workers, emphasizing the critical dependence on foreign labor for food production.
Exposure of a labor and economic exploitation network of men
Authorities have uncovered a criminal organization involved in the trafficking of foreign men for labor and economic exploitation, leading to a police operation in Athens that resulted in several arrests.
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.
Piotr Skwirowski: Employees from Abroad. A Blessing and a Challenge
Last year, the number of legally working foreigners in Poland increased by almost 100,000, reaching nearly 1.29 million, with a notable rise in both Ukrainians and workers from distant regions.
Amnesty: North Korea executes people for watching South Korean television
Amnesty International reports that North Koreans face public humiliation, forced labor camps, or execution for watching South Korean television or possessing foreign media, with poorer individuals facing harsher penalties than the wealthy who can pay bribes.
What if ghettos full of Nepalese, Filipinos, etc., start to emerge in Zagreb, Split, or Rijeka?
The article discusses the challenges Croatia faces in integrating immigrant workers since the removal of quotas for labor importation in 2021, highlighting ineffective policies that fail to prevent the ghettoization of foreign workers.
Union Leader Warns Against Import of 'Substandard Conditions'
A prominent labor leader warns that Denmark may be repeating past mistakes of the 1960s and 1970s regarding the importation of foreign labor under unfavorable conditions.
A Spanish woman living in China explains the two jobs that foreigners can do
A Spanish expatriate in China describes the two types of jobs available to foreign workers in the country as China opens its labor market in a unique way compared to other nations.
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.
The Police Free 65 Exploited Foreign Workers on a Farm in Murcia
The National Police have freed 65 foreign workers from a Murcia farm where they were subjected to 24-hour workdays and living in unsanitary, overcrowded conditions, leading to the arrest of five individuals for operating a labor exploitation network.
Australia should reconsider alliance with ‘fiercely unpredictable’ US, former foreign ministers say
Two former Labor foreign ministers are urging the Albanese government to reassess Australia's alliance with the US due to concerns over unpredictable military interventions under Trump.
Foreign Labor in Israel: The Spread of Exploitation and Living in Harsh Conditions
Foreign workers in Israel face widespread human rights violations, harsh living conditions, and systematic exploitation by some Israeli employers, exacerbated by recent conflict in Gaza.
Why are hotel prices in Spain rising so much?
Rising hotel prices in Spain are attributed to increased energy, labor, and food costs, along with a higher proportion of foreign tourists who have more purchasing power than domestic tourists.