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New Progress in Montenegro's EU Accession: Chapter 8 Negotiations Officially Opened
Latest news: The final chapter of Montenegro's EU accession negotiations, "Chapter 8 - Competition," will officially open on June 30, 2020. This means that the process of Montenegro joining the EU has significantly accelerated in 2020!
The European Union Will Reopen Borders to 18 Countries Starting in July, with China Among Them
On June 27, the Committee of Permanent Representatives of the European Union approved a draft list of 18 countries, and the EU borders will reopen to these 18 countries starting July 1.
Official Data Reveals the Popularity of Portuguese Immigration
The Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) recently released the latest edition of the Report on Immigration, Borders and Asylum (RIFA). The report indicates that the number of immigrants residing in Portugal in 2019 increased by nearly 23% compared to 2018. Currently, 590,348 foreign citizens hold valid residence permits issued by Portugal, marking the highest figure since 1976.
Good News! Australia Allows International Students to Return to Campus
Good news has arrived! The first group of international students returning to Australia will land in Canberra next month. The return of the first 350 international students marks a significant opening by the Australian government following the border lockdown.
Significant Good News! New Immigration Policy in Saint Lucia Released
Recently, the government of Saint Lucia has amended the Investment Citizenship Program Bill, namely Bill No. 4 of 2020. The specific changes are as follows:
Good News: More UK Visa Centers Open in Mainland China
Following the reopening of UK visa centers in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chongqing, the UK visa centers in Changsha, Chengdu, Fuzhou, Hangzhou, Jinan, Kunming, Nanjing, Shenyang, and Shenzhen have also reopened, with only the visa centers in Xi'an and Wuhan yet to open.
Countdown! Only 2 Days Left for the Limited-Time Vanuatu Immigration Offer
The Vanuatu Development Support Program (DSP) for citizenship by investment offers numerous advantages, including relaxed background checks, passport issuance in an estimated 6-8 weeks, the ability for three generations to apply together, visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to nearly 130 countries and regions, favorable tax policies, and versatile usage, making it highly sought after by investors!
Greek Migration Office Launches Online Appointment System for Residence Permit Issuance
The Greek Migration Office has recently officially launched an online appointment system for the issuance of residence permits. Applicants can log in to the website: http://pf.emigrants.ypes.gr to check their application status.
Breaking! Trump Signs Expanded Version of 'Proclamation Suspending Entry of Immigrants Who Present Risk to the U.S. Labor Market'
On June 22, U.S. local time, U.S. President Trump signed a new executive order, 'Suspending Entry of Aliens Who Present a Risk to the U.S. Labor Market Following the Coronavirus Outbreak.' This executive order is widely considered an expanded version of the original 60-day 'Proclamation Suspending Entry of Immigrants,' or the 'Expanded Immigration Restriction Order.' The new executive order will take effect at 12:00 a.m. on June 24, U.S. time, and will remain in effect until 20...
First in the EU! Cyprus Beach Water Quality is Excellent
Recently, according to a report from the European Environment Agency, 99.1% of Cyprus's bathing water quality meets standards, ranking first among EU quality bathing waters in 2019. Malta and Greece ranked third and fourth with 97.7% and 95.7%, respectively.
World Bank: Montenegro's Economic Development Level Approaches EU Standards!
Located on the Balkan Peninsula along the Mediterranean coast, the European continental nation of Montenegro not only boasts beautiful natural scenery but also features comprehensive supporting facilities in education, healthcare, and social security that meet EU standards, making it an excellent destination for investors to plan their health and status! As a prospective EU member state, Montenegro's economic development standards have consistently aligned with those of the EU. World Bank data shows that Montenegro's economic development level...
Against the Odds, Greece's Property Prices Increased by 6.9% in Q1 2020
According to data collected by the Bank of Greece from credit institutions, property prices in Greece increased by 6.9% in the first quarter of 2020 compared to the same period in 2019.