Europe’s labour market remains resilient in early 2026, with record-high employment levels despite economic headwinds. However, new data show that some sectors are struggling more than others to fill vacancies.

The proposed digital euro has hit a fresh political roadblock in the European Parliament, as divisions among lawmakers delay progress on the European Central Bank (ECB)-backed initiative.

On 10 February 2026, the European Parliament adopted major amendments to the Asylum Procedure Regulation, introducing new rules that could significantly affect how asylum applications are processed across the European Union.

The Mediterranean migration route has seen a tragic start to 2026, with a sharp rise in deaths and disappearances among people attempting to reach Europe.

Italy’s government has approved a new migration bill that could significantly change how the country manages undocumented migrants arriving by sea.

Germany has increased the number of deportations in recent years as the federal government pushes to remove rejected asylum seekers more quickly.

The European Union will soon open its first Legal Gateway Office in India, creating a single, official access point for Indian students, workers, and professionals seeking authorised study and work pathways across EU member states.

Germany has joined a group of European Union countries working on a plan to set up migrant return hubs outside the EU. The initiative aims to deport rejected asylum seekers to third countries through coordinated agreements.

Sweden has introduced new integration measures in its capital, Stockholm, aimed at improving employment opportunities for newly arrived migrants. 

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has described the country’s immigration approach as a successful model for Europe, saying it has strengthened economic growth and increased public revenue.