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Protection of minor refugees from Ukraine in Belgium

Belgium is the leader in temporary protection for minor refugees from Ukraine

Since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine in March 2022, Europe has accepted thousands of refugees, a significant number of whom are unaccompanied minors. Belgium, like many other EU countries, has provided temporary protection status for such children in vulnerable situations. According to the latest data from Eurostat, Belgium accepted 1,600 minor refugees without […]

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EU resettlement and humanitarian admission plans for 2026-2027

New High-Level Committee on Resettlement and Humanitarian Admission in the EU for 2026-2027

On 7 November 2024, the High Committee on Resettlement and Humanitarian Admissions held its first meeting to develop the plan for 2026-2027. The committee, composed of representatives of the EU and international organisations, will determine the number of refugees to be resettled in the European Union, as well as the countries and regions to be

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Magnus Brunner addresses the LIBE committee

Magnus Brunner addresses the LIBE committee on current migration issues

Magnus Brunner, Austrian Minister of the Interior, recently addressed the European Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE) to discuss key issues related to migration and security. His speech touched upon the many challenges that Europe is currently grappling with in the area of migration, as well as the challenges that EU

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Opening of temporary reception centers from Fedalis

Fedasil opens temporary reception centres for asylum seekers for winter period

As the winter season approaches in Belgium, there is a growing need for additional capacity to accommodate asylum seekers. In response, the Federal Reception Agency for Asylum Seekers ( Fedasil ) has launched a series of temporary centres. These are measures designed to improve accommodation conditions and ensure the safety of all those in need

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Relocation of the registration center for applications for protection to Brussels

Relocation of the registration center for applications for protection to Brussels

In October 2024, the Belgian authorities decided to move the registration center for applications for international protection to Brussels. This initiative is driven by the need to improve the accessibility and efficiency of the registration process for applicants. The new center is located in a more convenient area, which makes it easier to access and

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