Germany: Over 1 in 4 people have 'migrant background'
The number of people with "migrant background" — foreigners and people with foreign roots — keeps rising in Germany, with Turkey, Poland and Russia the top three countries of familial origin.
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Germany still most desired EU destination for migrants of all backgrounds
Germany remains the number one destination country for migrants in Europe, according to the Migration Report 2020, published by the German government on Wednesday. Overall immigration to Germany, however, fell by 23.9% compared to numbers in 2019.
InfoMigrants launches podcast 'Tales from the Border'
On November 11, InfoMigrants is launching its first English podcast called "Tales from the Border". In eight episodes, the feature format takes listeners on an audio journey across the political and physical barriers that confront migrants as they attempt to reach their destination in Europe.
France accuses Belarus' Lukashenko of migrant trafficking
French Secretary of State for European Affairs Clément Beaune has accused the family of Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko of being behind 'human trafficking' to the European Union.
Is Europe ready for a post-COVID migration wave?
Unauthorized immigration to Europe went down at the peak of the pandemic. As EU countries reopen, migrant flows are back up. What does it mean for the EU — and for migrants?
EU Blue Card: More flexible rules for skilled migrants in Europe
Changes to the EU Blue Card are set to make it easier to attract highly qualified workers from outside Europe. The new rules also give more rights to beneficiaries and their families.
Italy: Salvini presents new department for integration
League leader Matteo Salvini has presented a new department of integration and relations with foreign communities in Italy. He said his party wants to become "a political and cultural reference point for all foreign communities in Italy."
Denmark seeks to externalize asylum obligations to Rwanda
Denmark and Rwanda have signed a memorandum on asylum and migration, setting out plans to shift asylum procedures outside of the EU. Thereby the signatories aim to change the current "unfair and unethical" asylum system.
Muslims in Germany: Religion not a good gauge of integration
A study shows that the number of Muslims in Germany has significantly risen compared to 2015 and many still face challenges in employment and education. But religion may only be a minor cause of these challenges.
Ridle Baku: 'It's not easy for a Black guy to become a professional footballer'
Ridle Baku is a regular starter for Wolfsburg and one of Germany's great hopes. But the 22-year-old German of Congolese descent tells DW it's not easy for a young Black player to become a professional footballer.
Immigration of skilled workers to Germany in 2020 far below target
Without immigration, many job positions in European countries remain vacant. The pandemic has not only made immigration even more difficult, it also slowed down the efforts of the German government to attract nurses and other skilled workers.
Migration to Europe in 2020: The year in pictures
This year was especially difficult for many migrants and refugees in Europe, and those attempting to reach Europe. The coronavirus pandemic exacerbated hardships, while fires at Moria camp on Lesbos left thousands without shelter. Here's a look at some of the most important moments of 2020.