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Australia Human Rights Commission expresses concerns over conditions in immigration detention facility

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The Australian Human Rights Commission released a report on Monday outlining concerns regarding the conditions at the Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre in Northam, Western Australia. The report highlights issues related to drug trafficking, insufficient healthcare services and the overall well-being of detainees and staff members.

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France passes law aimed at ‘controlling’ immigration

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The French Parliament passed a new immigration law Tuesday aimed at controlling immigration and improving integration. The law, which was approved by the commission mixte paritaire (CMP) introduces significant changes to the government’s initial proposal and grants France the means to implement an assertive migration strategy.

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Rights group condemns Dominican Republic new health protocol for discriminating migrants

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On April 6, the government announced a new health protocol consisting of 15 migration measures. Amnesty International condemned Thursday the Dominican Republic’s new health protocol that requires migrants to provide documentation and pay fees to access public health services.

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Afghanistan rights group highlights deteriorating conditions for Afghan refugees in Pakistan

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The Pakistani government has implemented stricter immigration policies and intensified enforcement actions against undocumented migrants, citing security concerns. Afghan refugees often live in overcrowded and under-resourced conditions, lacking access to basic services such as healthcare and education.

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Pakistan extends registration cards for Afghanistan refugees amid rising deportations

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This decision, communicated by the Office of Afghan Immigrant Affairs in Islamabad, extends the validity of PoR cards from June 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Its extension offers some respite, allowing refugees continued access to essential services such as healthcare, education and banking facilities.

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Germany parliament votes to ease dual citizenship restrictions and reform deportation and asylum processes

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Germany’s parliament, the Bundestag, voted 382 to 234 to approve legislation Friday aimed at streamlining the path to citizenship for immigrants by abolishing long standing restrictions on holding dual nationalities. The country has reported a shortage of skilled workers in the IT, engineering and healthcare sectors.

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Rohingya refugees appeal to UN to keep Sri Lanka office open

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That means that they have no right to legally work in the country to meet demands of living, healthcare and education. The refugees call on UNHCR to negotiate with Sri Lanka government to legally stay and not to stop their monthly allowance without making other arrangements.