Finland Attracts Top Talent with New Flat Tax Rate for High Earners
The Finnish government has introduced a new flat tax incentive to attract highly educated and high-earning foreigners to the country.
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.
What to Pay Attention to When Hiring a Foreigner?
The article discusses considerations for hiring foreign workers in Poland, highlighting necessary precautions and legalities.
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.
Israel Imports Massive Numbers of Foreign Workers. A Visit to Ben Gurion Airport Reveals Our Future Image
The influx of foreign workers into Israel amidst ongoing conflicts is reshaping the workforce, particularly in agriculture and construction, as observed at Ben Gurion Airport.
The Language Inspection Received About 60 Complaints in Two Months Regarding Foreigners Who Do Not Speak Lithuanian
Lithuania's Language Inspection reports receiving around 60 complaints in two months about service providers who do not speak Lithuanian, emphasizing the need for public involvement.
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.
The Workers' Party Congress has begun in North Korea
North Korea's Workers' Party Congress has commenced with around 5,000 delegates discussing the future economic, military, and foreign policy direction of the country, including hints about its nuclear program and potential dialogues with the US and South Korea.
Pregnant Woman Miscarriages While Fleeing Immigration Control... Human Rights Commission Says It's Human Rights Violation Without Employer's Consent
The National Human Rights Commission of Korea has ruled that immigration control against undocumented foreign workers without prior consent from their employers constitutes a violation of human rights, following a case where a pregnant worker miscarried during a raid.
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.
"Pure Fraud" - MTV: New Minister Wille Rydman Plans to Address Foreign Caregivers' Language Skills
Finland's new Minister of Social Affairs and Health, Wille Rydman, intends to tackle the language proficiency of foreign caregivers, citing patient safety concerns.
Caregivers, domestic workers, babysitters: today is the last click day, here's how to send the request
Today, Italy's click day for the Decreto Flussi allows employers to apply for permits to hire foreign caregivers and domestic workers.
"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 complaining about the internship scheme: 'I would love to have such a politician here to show how we do it'
Farmer Søren expresses frustration over politicians' criticism of the internship scheme, asserting its benefits for agriculture and inviting politicians to learn firsthand.
Exile Act: the bill that seeks to eliminate H1-B work visas granted to migrants in the U.S.
A new bill in the U.S. aims to eliminate the H1-B work visa program used by companies to hire foreign workers for specialty occupations.
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.
Alberta pauses health-care coverage change for some international work permit holders
The Alberta government has temporarily halted a policy that would cut health coverage for certain temporary foreign workers, following public and employer concerns.
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.
Malaysia plans direct hiring of foreign workers
The Malaysian government is launching a digital platform for direct hiring of foreign workers to eliminate reliance on recruitment agents.
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'.
The government will spend a quarter of a billion on foreign caregivers
The Danish government plans to invest a quarter of a billion kroner to recruit a few hundred caregivers from India and the Philippines by 2029.
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.
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.
Foreign workers are 'essential' and support care and construction fields, even in rural areas
This article highlights the critical role of foreign workers in Japan's care and construction sectors, particularly focusing on a Vietnamese caregiver contributing significantly at a nursing home in Shimonoseki.
Foreign workers must know the basics of Croatian after a year
Foreign workers staying in Croatia for at least a year will be required to pass a basic Croatian language test according to proposed amendments to the Law on Foreigners.
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.
"Subsidies for Employing Foreigners" Misinformation on Social Media Affects Political Parties' Appeals
False information circulating on social media regarding government subsidies for employing foreigners is influencing public opinion and political party appeals amid debates on foreign worker policies in the election.
New requirement for foreign workers: They will have to learn the Croatian language
Foreign workers in Croatia must learn Croatian to extend their work permits, as mandated by new government legislation to align with EU regulations.
Government: Foreign workers will have to learn Croatian if they want to extend their permit
The Croatian government has proposed amendments to the Foreigners Act that will require foreign workers to learn the Croatian language as a condition for extending their work permits, while facilitating easier employer changes.
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.
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.
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.
Foreign Affairs opens an inspection regarding the tourist visas with which Julio Iglesias brought several employees to Spain
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has initiated an inspection concerning the tourist visas that Julio Iglesias used to bring several Dominican workers to Spain in 2021.
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.
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.
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.
Božinović: There are 101,300 foreign workers in Croatia and fewer than 650 illegal migrants
Croatian Interior Minister Davor Božinović stated that the country currently has 101,300 foreign workers and fewer than 650 illegal migrants, countering claims that half a million foreign workers would be necessary this year.
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.
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.
Božinović: Last year there were 170,000 foreign workers, most from BiH. Serbian and Nepalese equally
Interior Minister Davor Božinović expressed hope that the opposition would positively respond to HDZ's proposal for appointing the President of the Supreme Court and three constitutional judges.
In 2025, over 170,000 work permits issued: Most foreign workers from BiH, Nepal, and Serbia
The Ministry of Interior has released annual statistics indicating that Croatia issued 170,723 work and residence permits in 2025, primarily for workers from BiH, Nepal, and Serbia, mostly employed in tourism, hospitality, and construction, which reflects a decrease from 206,529 permits in 2024.
The labyrinth of hiring an immigrant: obstacles, bureaucracy, and administrative slowness
The article discusses the significant challenges and delays faced by employers in hiring immigrants, with many opting not to do so due to high unemployment rates among foreign workers and lost potential wages.
Photo Exhibition at Hamburg MK&G: Everyday Life in Foreign Lands
The exhibition 'We Used to be Guest Workers' showcases how migrants perceive their lives in Germany, featuring impactful photographic works like Mehmet Ünal's collage that portrays the challenges of integration.
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.