| Author (Person) | Collett, Elizabeth |
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| Publisher | Migration Policy Institute |
| Publication Date | January 2008 |
| Content Type | Journal | Series | Blog |
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In October 2007, the European Union unveiled its proposals for a Blue Card system with a flourish. Comparable in theory to the US green card, which grants lawful permanent residence based on employment in addition to family relationships or refugee/asylee status, this legislation aims to make Europe a player on the emerging global labor market, enhancing its competitiveness and luring highly skilled workers to Europe — and away from countries like the United States and Australia. |
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| Source Link | Link to Main Source http://www.migrationinformation.org/Feature/display.cfm?ID=667 |
| Subject Categories | Business and Industry, Employment and Social Affairs, Justice and Home Affairs |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
