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POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-24 ⏱ 3 min read Executive Summary The intensification of the Ukraine conflict has led to significant changes in European migration policies, focusing on expedited asylum processes, enhanced protections for displaced individuals, and increased collaboration among EU nations…

POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-24 ⏱ 3 min read Executive Summary The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has intensified its operations under the Trump administration, detaining 10,000 undocumented migrants in just five days. This marks a significant escalation in immigration enforcement,…

POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-24 ⏱ 3 min read Executive Summary Germany’s coalition government has introduced a series of reforms aimed at addressing economic challenges while restoring public trust. Among these, migration policies focus on streamlining bureaucracy, combating social benefits misuse, and…

POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-24 ⏱ 3 min read Executive Summary Germany’s ‘Demokratie leben!’ program, aimed at fostering democratic values and combating extremism, is undergoing significant reform under Federal Family Minister Karin Prien. New measures include stricter eligibility criteria, mandatory co-financing, and…

POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-24 ⏱ 3 min read Executive Summary Spain’s recent legalization program has drawn 1.17 million applications, far exceeding expectations. This initiative, aimed at regularizing undocumented migrants, primarily from South America, highlights Spain’s progressive approach to addressing labor shortages…

POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-24 ⏱ 4 min read Executive Summary The EU is considering expanding Frontex’s mandate to allow deportations between non-EU countries under international agreements. While safeguards are promised, this move raises questions about accountability, human rights, and the broader…

POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-24 ⏱ 3 min read Executive Summary Recent rulings by German administrative courts have declared prolonged border checks between Germany and Austria as violations of European law. These decisions highlight tensions between national security policies and EU principles…

POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-24 ⏱ 3 min read Executive Summary Pegah Edalatian, the newly appointed Secretary-General of Germany’s Green Party, is spearheading efforts to diversify political representation and integrate non-academics into leadership roles. Her migration-focused background and progressive vision signal a…

POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-24 ⏱ 3 min read Executive Summary The landmark Commission v. Hungary case has transformed Article 2 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) from a symbolic declaration of values into a legally enforceable standard. This shift marks…

POLICY BRIEF: 2026-09-24 ⏱ 3 min read Executive Summary The European Union is revisiting its migration policies through the lens of collective singularism, aiming to balance supranational integration with individual rights. This approach seeks to foster a sense of belonging…