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Athens Macedonian News Agency: News in English, 16-06-08
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[01] EU Commissioner Avramopoulos stresses need to turn migration into
an asset for the economy
[01] EU Commissioner Avramopoulos stresses need to turn migration into
an asset for the economy
"The timely and effective integration of third countries is crucial for
turning migration into an advantage for the economy and the cohesion of
our society," EU Commissioner for Migration, Home Affairs and Citizenship
Dimitris Avramopoulos on Wednesday said regarding the Commission's
plan to facilitate the transfer of highly qualified migrants from
third countries.
The revision of the European "blue card" system for the work permit that
the European Commission's plan provides for "will make the relocation
and employment of third countries' highly skilled citizens to the EU
easier and more attractive and will boost economic growth", Avramopoulos
underlined.
He cited two reasons why the revision of the "blue card" system is
needed: The increasing skills shortages in areas such as healthcare and
informatics, as well as the reduction and aging of workforce.
The long-term aim of this policy is, however, the proper management of
migration, the Commissioner noted.
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