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Global Policy News

Stay informed on the latest immigration, education, and economic policy updates across 9 countries with 76 curated articles.

Reaction to One Nation’s Plan to Cut 750,000 Temporary Visa Holders

One Nation’s proposal to remove 750,000 temporary visa holders from Australia over three years includes major reductions to international student visas. Political leaders, business groups and the higher education sector have raised concerns about potential effects on healthcare, regional industries, universities, employment, housing and the broader economy.

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September 16, 2026

Judge blocks DHS from capping foreign student, journalist visas

A federal judge blocked the Department of Homeland Security from implementing new caps on visas for foreign students and journalists. The ruling prevents the proposed restrictions from taking effect while litigation continues and highlights potential effects on international students, universities, researchers and higher education.

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September 15, 2026

Carney says Canada will pursue ‘unique security and economic alliance’ with EU amid US trade spat

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada will pursue closer economic and security ties with Europe as the country seeks to diversify its international partnerships. The discussions include possibilities such as greater mobility for professionals and more student exchanges between Canada and the European Union.

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September 15, 2026

ROOKE: Texans Have Been Sounding The Alarm, But No One Was Listening … Until Now

An opinion article discusses immigration, international students and H-1B workers in Texas, focusing on demographic changes and political debate surrounding immigration and the growth of immigrant communities.

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September 15, 2026

Trump administration imposes time limit on international visas

A federal judge stalled a proposed four-year limit on international student visas in the United States. The article discusses how the proposed restriction could affect international students, PhD researchers, university admissions, research programs and higher education institutions.

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September 15, 2026

Anti-Charlie Kirk Posts Lead to Job Losses, Student Warnings

Social media posts surrounding the anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s death led to controversies involving university students, professors and visa holders in the United States. The article examines resulting academic, employment and immigration-related consequences connected to the posts.

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September 14, 2026

Chinese Woman Admits to Gathering Intelligence in US for Beijing: FBI

A Chinese woman who previously held an F-1 student visa was charged after allegedly admitting to FBI agents that she gathered intelligence in the United States for Chinese intelligence officers. According to an FBI affidavit, she later entered the United States multiple times on a visitor visa.

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September 14, 2026

Chinese Woman Admits to Gathering Intelligence in US for Beijing: FBI

A Chinese woman who previously held an F-1 student visa was charged after allegedly admitting to FBI agents that she gathered intelligence in the United States for Chinese intelligence officers. According to an FBI affidavit, she later entered the United States multiple times on a visitor visa.

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September 14, 2026

Judge blocks Trump limits on how long foreign students and journalists can stay in US

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from implementing a rule that would limit how long foreign students and journalists can remain in the US without applying for extensions. The ruling preserves the existing duration-of-status system while the case continues.

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September 15, 2026

Barnaby Joyce hits back at critics of One Nation's 'net zero' migration plan as experts warn of economic fallout

One Nation has proposed reducing Australia's temporary visa population by more than 750,000 over three years, including significant cuts to international student visas and eliminating secondary visas for family members. Experts and industry representatives warned the changes could affect universities, regional industries and the wider economy.

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September 15, 2026

Pauline Hanson's One Nation reveals plan to cut migration by 750,000 people

Pauline Hanson unveiled a plan to reduce Australia's temporary migrant population by about 750,000 over three years. The proposal includes reductions in student, graduate and temporary skilled visas, as well as cuts to bridging visa holders and people with expired or unlawful visas.

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September 13, 2026

Reverse Brexit in Labour's next manifesto, Kinnock tells Burnham

Former Labour leader Lord Kinnock has urged Andy Burnham to support Britain rejoining the European Union in Labour's next manifesto. The article discusses UK-EU relations, including a proposed youth visa scheme allowing young people to live, work and study in each other's countries, as well as progress on student exchange arrangements.

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September 13, 2026

Coroner orders council to disclose thousands of documents in Sara Sharif inquest

A coroner has ordered Surrey County Council to disclose 24,606 documents relating to Sara Sharif's siblings as part of the inquest into her death. The article also discusses the family's history, the children's custody proceedings and the involvement of Sara's father, who had previously come to the UK on a student visa.

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September 10, 2026

Thug, 32, stabbed two pensioners and robbed another during horror five-day West Midlands crime spree

Gurkirat Singh was sentenced to 10 years and eight months in prison after admitting offences involving three elderly victims during a five-day crime spree in the West Midlands. The article notes that Singh had arrived in the UK on a student visa, later became homeless and was using drugs when the offences occurred.

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September 10, 2026

How quiz-show winnings kick-started coach's career - with Old Trafford next

Lithuanian football coach Valdas Dambrauskas describes his journey after arriving in London in 2002 on a student visa with limited English. He studied sports science and coaching at London Metropolitan University while working multiple jobs and building a career through community and professional football programs.

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September 7, 2026

Judge blocks Trump limits on how long foreign students and journalists can stay in US

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from implementing a rule that would limit how long foreign students and journalists can remain in the US without applying for extensions. The ruling preserves the existing duration-of-status system while the case continues.

Read more

September 15, 2026

Barnaby Joyce hits back at critics of One Nation's 'net zero' migration plan as experts warn of economic fallout

One Nation has proposed reducing Australia's temporary visa population by more than 750,000 over three years, including significant cuts to international student visas and eliminating secondary visas for family members. Experts and industry representatives warned the changes could affect universities, regional industries and the wider economy.

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September 15, 2026

Pauline Hanson's One Nation reveals plan to cut migration by 750,000 people

Pauline Hanson unveiled a plan to reduce Australia's temporary migrant population by about 750,000 over three years. The proposal includes reductions in student, graduate and temporary skilled visas, as well as cuts to bridging visa holders and people with expired or unlawful visas.

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September 13, 2026

Reverse Brexit in Labour's next manifesto, Kinnock tells Burnham

Former Labour leader Lord Kinnock has urged Andy Burnham to support Britain rejoining the European Union in Labour's next manifesto. The article discusses UK-EU relations, including a proposed youth visa scheme allowing young people to live, work and study in each other's countries, as well as progress on student exchange arrangements.

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September 13, 2026

Coroner orders council to disclose thousands of documents in Sara Sharif inquest

A coroner has ordered Surrey County Council to disclose 24,606 documents relating to Sara Sharif's siblings as part of the inquest into her death. The article also discusses the family's history, the children's custody proceedings and the involvement of Sara's father, who had previously come to the UK on a student visa.

Read more

September 10, 2026

Thug, 32, stabbed two pensioners and robbed another during horror five-day West Midlands crime spree

Gurkirat Singh was sentenced to 10 years and eight months in prison after admitting offences involving three elderly victims during a five-day crime spree in the West Midlands. The article notes that Singh had arrived in the UK on a student visa, later became homeless and was using drugs when the offences occurred.

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September 10, 2026

How quiz-show winnings kick-started coach's career - with Old Trafford next

Lithuanian football coach Valdas Dambrauskas describes his journey after arriving in London in 2002 on a student visa with limited English. He studied sports science and coaching at London Metropolitan University while working multiple jobs and building a career through community and professional football programs.

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September 7, 2026

Australia to ban student dependants as Labor fends off far-right pressure

Australia plans to bar international students from bringing dependants and reduce net overseas migration as the government seeks to ease housing pressures and tighten temporary migration rules.

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September 16, 2026

Labor to bypass parliament with migration crackdown using ministerial regulations

Australia's federal government plans to introduce migration changes through ministerial regulations rather than legislation, targeting family and dependent visas, international student numbers, bridging visas and visa hopping. The measures are aimed at reducing net overseas migration to 225,000, although the regulations could still be disallowed by the Senate.

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September 16, 2026

Family visas for foreign students targeted in migration crackdown

Australia's government is considering changes that would effectively prevent international students from bringing family members to Australia as part of a broader migration overhaul. The plan also considers reducing temporary visas, addressing visa hopping and changing bridging visa arrangements while aiming to reduce net overseas migration to 225,000 by 2028.

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September 16, 2026

By the time Thanasi's mum gets a visa, his childhood will be over

A family in northern New South Wales is seeking special consideration for a Kenyan mother facing separation from her six-year-old Australian citizen son while waiting for a contributory parent visa. The case highlights Australia's lengthy parent visa processing times and the challenges families face under current immigration policies.

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September 15, 2026

How would One Nation’s immigration plan affect the labour market and economy?

One Nation's proposed immigration plan would significantly reduce Australia's international student and temporary graduate populations while restricting family migration. The article examines how these changes could affect labour supply, businesses, essential services, universities and Australia's international education sector.

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September 15, 2026

STEPHEN JOHNSON: How Andrew Hastie’s call to tie immigration with housing could backfire for Liberal Party

The Coalition has proposed linking Australia's net overseas migration level to the number of homes built each year. The article examines the proposal in the context of Australia's housing supply, temporary migration, international students and comparisons with Canada's recent immigration policies.

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September 15, 2026

Uni sector says campuses will shut down under One Nation plan

Australia's university sector has raised concerns about One Nation's proposal to substantially reduce international student and temporary graduate numbers. Universities argue the changes could affect university funding, research, domestic student places and employment across the higher education sector.

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September 14, 2026

'Race to the bottom': One Nation migration plan slammed

Business and industry groups have criticised One Nation's proposal to reduce Australia's migration levels and significantly cut international student numbers. The plan would also restrict family migration and other temporary visa pathways, with business groups warning about potential effects on labour supply, economic growth and essential industries.

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September 14, 2026

Migration is more complicated than the one number politicians fixate on

The article explains Australia's Net Overseas Migration measure and the factors influencing it, including temporary visas, international students, permanent migration and people leaving the country. It also examines how changes to student visas, bridging visas and other temporary migration pathways could affect Australia's migration levels.

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September 14, 2026

View from The Hill: One Nation would have more people leaving than entering Australia over three years

One Nation has proposed reducing Australia's temporary migrant population by about 750,000 over three years, including major cuts to international student and graduate visa numbers and restrictions on family sponsorship. The plan would initially target negative net overseas migration before setting a longer-term ceiling of 130,000 arrivals a year.

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September 14, 2026

Chancellor Merz Criticizes AfD in Bundestag Debate

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the Alternative for Germany (AfD) during a Bundestag debate, accusing the party of seeking to destabilize Germany through foreign influence. The session also included Merz's announcement of an education initiative in response to concerns about Germany's recent PISA results.

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September 9, 2026

'I feel unsafe': Foreigners in Germany fear future after AfD's breakthrough election

Foreign residents in Germany shared concerns about their future following the AfD's strong result in the Saxony-Anhalt state election. Some respondents expressed fears about discrimination, racism, deportation and residency rights, while others said they were reconsidering their long-term future in Germany. Other respondents said they supported the result and believed stricter immigration policies would not affect law-abiding immigrants.

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September 8, 2026

'Revoke residency': What could the AfD do if they win the Saxony-Anhalt election?

The article examines what the Alternative for Germany (AfD) could and could not implement if it led the government of Saxony-Anhalt, including proposals involving deportation, remigration, residency, asylum, education and family policy. It also explains which measures would require federal or European authority or could face constitutional restrictions under German law.

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September 4, 2026

“I have faith in our civil society”

Elisabeth Kaneza, a Rwandan-born human rights advocate who grew up in Germany, discusses her experiences with migration, education, discrimination and civic participation. She also describes the work of the Kaneza Foundation, which focuses on human rights, anti-racism, education, mentoring and support for people affected by discrimination.

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August 26, 2026

How can you stay in Germany after graduating from university?

Germany offers several residence options for non-EU graduates who want to remain after completing university studies. The article explains the 18-month graduate jobseeker residence permit, the possibility of transitioning to an Opportunity Card for up to 12 additional months, employment and EU Blue Card routes, freelance options and pathways toward permanent residency or citizenship.

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August 24, 2026

Teacher shortage meets record number of school children in Berlin and Brandenburg

Berlin and Brandenburg have reached record numbers of school-age children while continuing to face teacher shortages. Around 730,000 pupils returned to schools across the two states, with roughly 800 teaching positions still unfilled. Authorities are expanding recruitment efforts and making it easier for teachers with foreign qualifications to have their credentials recognised.

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August 24, 2026

Serbia's Vucic calls snap elections after nearly two years of protests

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic dissolved parliament and called snap parliamentary elections for October 25, following nearly two years of student-led anti-government protests. The protests began after the November 2024 collapse of a railway station canopy in Novi Sad that killed 16 people and later grew into demands for early elections.

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September 9, 2026

'Mini-dictatorship': Students slam Argentina-run residence in Paris

Students and former residents of Argentina House at Paris's Cité Universitaire have raised concerns about restrictions, surveillance, management practices and political activity at the residence since a new director took over in 2024. Paris officials have asked France's foreign ministry to investigate the situation, while the residence and Argentine authorities have not responded to repeated requests for comment.

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September 5, 2026

Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to foreign collusion

Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong pleaded guilty to foreign collusion in a national security trial that could result in a life sentence. Prosecutors accused him of seeking international support and sanctions against Hong Kong and China after the national security law was imposed in 2020.

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September 2, 2026

British PM Burnham to host Macron in London: UK govt source

British Prime Minister Burnham is expected to host French President Emmanuel Macron in London, with the visit linked to efforts to strengthen relations between the UK and France. The meeting comes as Britain continues discussions with the European Union on closer cooperation, including its planned return to the Erasmus student exchange programme from 2027.

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August 27, 2026

Student rent costs: Demand for rooms soars in Portugal, with Lisbon topping €500

Demand for student rental rooms in Portugal increased significantly in 2026 as nearly 50,000 new students entered higher education, while the number of rooms available fell. Lisbon remained the country's most expensive city for student rooms, with median rents around €550 per month, while Portugal also faces a major shortage of student residence beds.

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August 26, 2026

'Suffocating restrictions' shadow five years of Taliban rule in Afghanistan

Five years after returning to power, the Taliban faces continued criticism over restrictions on women and girls, economic hardship and international isolation. Women and girls remain excluded from much of education, employment and public life, while authorities and international organisations continue to discuss economic recovery, employment opportunities and the country's reintegration into the international community.

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August 15, 2026

BREAKING NEWS: EU announces proposals to limit social media use for under-15s

The European Union announced proposals to restrict social media use for children under 15, as part of efforts to address concerns about young people's access to social media platforms.

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September 16, 2026

BREAKING NEWS: No. of foreign visitors to Japan falls 9.6% in August

The number of foreign visitors to Japan fell 9.6% in August to about 3.10 million. The decline comes amid changes in international travel patterns and follows a period of strong inbound tourism to Japan.

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September 16, 2026

FACTBOX: How Anthropic says Claude was used for weapons, spying and cyber operations

Anthropic reported that several actors allegedly used its Claude AI models for activities involving weapons development, surveillance, cyber operations, biological research and political targeting. The company said it identified and banned accounts associated with some of the reported activities, while several governments or organisations disputed, did not comment on, or were not immediately available to respond to the allegations.

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September 14, 2026

Japan Faces Fierce Competition for Foreign Workers

Japan is facing growing competition for foreign workers as industries deal with labor shortages while concerns continue over working conditions, immigration restrictions and treatment of foreign employees. The Specified Skilled Worker program has become increasingly important, but some sectors are approaching intake limits and foreign workers may have more options in other countries. Japan is also raising immigration-related fees and is expected to face a substantial labor shortage in the coming decades.

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September 13, 2026

BREAKING NEWS: Xi, Putin send messages to Kim on N. Korea founding anniversary: KCNA

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin sent messages to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on the anniversary of North Korea's founding, according to North Korean state media.

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September 9, 2026

BREAKING NEWS: S. Korea gov't to skip Sado mine memorial for 3rd straight year

The South Korean government will skip Japan's memorial ceremony for workers who died at the Sado mine for the third consecutive year, reflecting continuing disagreements between South Korea and Japan over the history surrounding wartime labor at the site.

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September 9, 2026

2 weeks after floods, rescuers in Nepal focus on 3 tunnels

Two weeks after a major flood and mudslide in Nepal and Tibet killed hundreds and left thousands missing, rescue teams are focusing on three hydropower project tunnels where workers are believed to be trapped. Teams are pumping oxygen into the tunnels and using new equipment to clear debris, while several people have already been rescued alive.

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September 9, 2026

BREAKING NEWS: Nagoya in central Japan designated for disaster relief after heavy rain

Nagoya in central Japan was designated for disaster relief following heavy rain that caused flooding and damage in the region. Authorities have begun relief measures to support areas affected by the severe weather.

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September 8, 2026

BREAKING NEWS: Sake from Japan's Yamaguchi wins at International Wine Challenge contest

Sake produced in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, won recognition at the International Wine Challenge, highlighting the region's sake production and its success in an international competition.

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September 8, 2026

BREAKING NEWS: Tung Chee-hwa, 1st Hong Kong chief after 1997 handover, dies at 89

Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong's first chief executive after the 1997 handover, has died at the age of 89. He served as the city's first leader under Chinese sovereignty from 1997 to 2005.

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September 8, 2026

Openness must not be sacrificed in US science and tech policy on China

Denis Simon argues that US science and technology policy toward China should balance national security concerns with the benefits of international research collaboration, foreign talent and scientific openness.

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September 8, 2026

(SP)LEBANON-MOUNT LEBANON-DEIR EL-QAMAR-XIANGQI CHAMPIONSHIP

Participants competed in an annual Xiangqi, or Chinese chess, championship held in Deir el-Qamar in Lebanon's Mount Lebanon region.

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September 7, 2026

CHINA-GANSU-LANZHOU-ANCIENT ENCYCLOPEDIA-DIGITAL VERSION (CN)

Xinhua reports on a digital version of the Siku Quanshu, or Complete Library of the Four Treasuries, being reviewed in Lanzhou, highlighting efforts to connect the centuries-old encyclopedia with the public.

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September 5, 2026

GERMANY-DUISBURG-2026 DUISBURG CHINA FESTIVAL

The 2026 Duisburg China Festival opened in Germany with cultural performances, cuisine, art and interactive events aimed at strengthening ties between Chinese and German cities.

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September 6, 2026

LAOS-VIENTIANE-CHINA-PEACE TRAIN-2026-JOINT MEDICAL RESCUE EXERCISE

China and Laos opened the Peace Train-2026 joint humanitarian medical rescue exercise in Vientiane, marking another joint exercise between the two militaries.

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September 2, 2026

CHINA-BEIJING-WANG YI-MEXICAN SECRETARY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS-TALKS (CN)

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs Roberto Velasco Alvarez in Beijing on bilateral relations and cooperation.

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September 2, 2026

CHINA-TIANJIN-LUOZHUANGZI-PRIMARY SCHOOL-NEW SEMESTER (CN)

A small rural primary school in Tianjin's Luozhuangzi Town began the new school term with 28 students from three surrounding villages.

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September 1, 2026

US visa delays leave Chinese students stranded with ‘frozen’ plans and ‘constant anxiety’

Extended US visa processing and security checks are leaving Chinese students facing delayed enrolment, deferrals and uncertainty over their plans to study in the United States.

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August 31, 2026

US visa interviews on hold; China slams fresh sanctions over Iran: SCMP’s 7 highlights

SCMP highlights seven major stories from the week, covering US immigration restrictions, China-US sanctions over Iran, the China-Nepal disaster, archaeology, Alibaba, and a Hong Kong assault case.

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August 28, 2026

Why Filipino migrants are rethinking their futures in Japan

Filipino workers in Japan are reconsidering long-term settlement as rising living costs, a weak yen and tighter immigration rules make it harder to build a future there despite strong demand for foreign labour.

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August 28, 2026

The path to America is narrowing. Here’s what that means for legal immigrants

New US immigration measures are delaying green card interviews and increasing scrutiny of visas and citizenship, creating additional uncertainty for people seeking to study, work or settle in the United States.

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August 28, 2026

‘Panic’ as US immigrant visa interview pause hits at least 100 Hong Kong applicants

At least 100 Hong Kong applicants have been affected by the postponement of US immigrant visa interviews, with some student, business and travel visa applications also facing delays.

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August 27, 2026

Autumn matriculation exams see record enrolment

Finland's autumn matriculation exams have record enrolment, while the introduction of a new digital exam system raises fresh concerns about AI-assisted cheating.

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September 14, 2026

Inflation stands at 2.2% in August as fuel prices go up

Finland's consumer price inflation rose to 2.2% year-on-year in August 2026, driven mainly by higher petrol, diesel and heating oil prices.

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September 14, 2026

Finland plans tighter residence permit rules for international students

Finland's government has proposed stricter student residence rules, including a one-year wait for family reunification, clearer financial requirements and language proficiency conditions.

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September 10, 2026

Finland tightening rules for foreign students

Finland's government has proposed tighter rules for international students, including financial requirements, language proficiency conditions and a one-year wait for family reunification.

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September 10, 2026

Finnish pupils' Pisa results nosedive, but still above OECD average

Finnish students' PISA scores declined in reading, mathematics and science, though their performance remained above the OECD average across the latest assessment.

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September 8, 2026

Finland's largest sex crimes case opens with teacher accused of luring victims on Snapchat

Proceedings have begun in Finland's largest reported sexual crimes case, involving 361 known child victims and allegations that the defendant targeted boys through Snapchat.

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September 7, 2026

Fewer foreign-language residents in Finland rely on welfare benefits

A smaller share of Finland's growing foreign-language population received social assistance, unemployment benefits and housing allowance in 2025 compared with 2017, according to Kela data.

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September 2, 2026

Introducing the Finlandia Prize for Architecture 2026 shortlist

The 2026 Finlandia Prize for Architecture shortlist features four projects: a Helsinki housing development, Kuusijärvi public saunas, the SKiB campus in Pori and the Lost Shtetl Museum in Lithuania.

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August 31, 2026

Teen girls get a closer look at military service

Finland is piloting military service information days for all 17-year-olds as part of plans to broaden awareness of military service among young people regardless of sex.

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August 31, 2026

University of Helsinki falls out of world’s top 100

The University of Helsinki dropped to the 101–150 group in the 2026 Shanghai Ranking after placing 94th the previous year, though it remains Finland's highest-ranked university.

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August 17, 2026