New EU Drugs Strategy and an Action Plan against drug trafficking set out a comprehensive EU response to the security, health, social and environmental challenges linked to the trafficking and use of illicit drugs.
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Commission published a Call for Evidence for the new EU strategy on combatting trafficking in human beings scheduled for 2026. It aims to strengthen the fight against trafficking in human beings within and beyond EU.
The launch of the Entry/Exit System (EES) on 12 October 2025, marked a significant milestone in EU’s effort to modernise and streamline external border management and enhance security.
Sweden sees the launch of two new AMIF-funded projects, establishing a new Centre for Migration and Integration and developing a national model for supporting the integration of newly arrived non-EU citizens. Meanwhile, new research on migrant integration is being conducted.
An amendment to the Romanian Citizenship Act reduced the mandatory residence period for people with refugee status. Meanwhile, a new survey explores the experiences of refugees regarding support from service providers, alongside other relevant publications on migrant integration in Romania.
Recently published research on migrant employment in Croatia identifies major barriers to labour market integration. Key solutions include faster recognition of foreign qualifications, better access to self-employment support, early and free language learning, and interinstitutional coordination.
“Stop gangs and radicalisation of children and young people with immigrant backgrounds”. This is not just a slogan, but a real project to prevent young people (10-22-year-olds) in Finland from being involved in violence and crime and protecting them from radicalisation.
The Forum’s theme this year was “Harnessing migrants’ skills in the EU”. Representatives from civil society and EU institutions discussed how recognising migrants’ skills and supporting their integration into the European labour market can generate positive socio-economic impact.
The recent adoption of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime and its signature by 72 countries in October 2025, highlights the need to strenghten capacity building and technical assistance. To this end, he EU is funding 12 active projects focused on combatting cybercrime.
Discussion focused on the Framework Decision, and the efficiency of its implementation, its coherence with other initiatives to counter illicit drug trafficking in EU countries and possible obstacles to cross-border cooperation.
