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The Europe we want': Italy's Democratic Party launches EU elections manifesto
The Italian opposition is trying hard to cut through in an election cycle where the country's ruling right-wing parties are hoping for major gains.Italy's opposition Democratic Party has launched its European elections manifesto, committing itself to social and climate justice.Held at the Foreign Press Headquarters in Rome, the launch of the manifesto – titled "The Europe We Want" – kicked off the party campaign for the upcoming European elections.The Democratic Party sees itself as an obstacle to Europe's right-wing surge,…
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Record 78,000 International Students Are Studying in Switzerland This Academic Year
Is Switzerland becoming the new higher education hub for international students? Although the country may still need to become one of the top ten host destinations for international students, official data show that it has been appealing to an increasing number of students over the last few years.The Swiss Federal Statistical Office (FSO) reveals that over 78,000 international students are studying at Swiss universities this academic year, Erudera.com reports.Switzerland’s higher education system is built on three pillars:Universities (UNIs) - the…
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EU Reduces Schengen Visa Fee for The Gambia to Standard €80
KEY TAKEAWAYSEU has reduced the Schengen visa fee for Gambians to a standard €80.Since 2022, Gambians have been paying a €120 visa fee.The fee has been reduced to normal amid improved cooperation between The Gambia and the EU.   Reference Link :https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/eu-reduces-schengen-visa-fee-for-the-gambia-to-standard-e80/
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Poland Closer to Eliminating Irregularities in Its Visa System
KEY TAKEAWAYSThe work of the Working Group on eliminating irregularities in the Polish visa system, is coming to an end.The Working Group was established by the Migration Team's decision.It consists of experts with knowledge and appropriate decision-making competencies.   Reference Link : https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/poland-closer-to-eliminating-irregularities-in-its-visa-system/
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Bulgaria Applies New Visa Rules Since Becoming a Schengen Country: Here’s What You Need to Know
KEY TAKEAWAYSBulgaria is now applying new visa rules, as of March 31, when it joined the Schengen Area.Travellers holding short-term visas issued by Bulgaria before March 31, can still enter Bulgaria, Romania, and Cyprus, but not the rest of the Schengen Area countries.Third country nationals can now apply for a Bulgarian visa in 60 locations in nine different world countries.Reference Link: https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/bulgaria-applies-new-visa-rules-since-becoming-a-schengen-country-heres-what-you-need-to-know/
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