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Migrant entrepreneurs in Belgium

The impact of migrant entrepreneurs on OECD economies in Belgium

Migrants are becoming increasingly important contributors to OECD economies, particularly through starting and growing their own businesses. Despite existing barriers such as financial and legal difficulties, migrant entrepreneurs can have a significant impact on economic growth and job creation. This article examines the potential of migrants as entrepreneurs, the challenges they face, and recommendations for […]

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New Belgian citizens in 2024

4,048 new Belgian citizens in August 2024: how migration policy affects the country

In August 2024, Belgium granted citizenship to 4,048 foreigners, indicating a steady increase in the number of new citizens. This data, provided by the country’s statistical service, highlights the importance of migration policy and the process of obtaining citizenship in the country. The article examines the reasons for the increase in the number of citizens

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Belgium's refugee reception in 2024

Belgium’s refugee reception system: new records and unsolved challenges

Belgium’s reception network has reached a historic capacity of 36,077 places, surpassing the figures from the 2015-2016 crisis. However, despite this progress, the problem of a shortage of places for applicants for international protection remains acute, especially for single men. The situation requires urgent solutions and long-term investments to meet the growing needs and create

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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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