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The latest joint European Migration Network (EMN) and OECD (Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development) inform examines innovative strategies used by EMN Member Countries and selected non-EMN OECD countries to attract foreign talents. The inform covers the period from January 2021 to March 2024. It reviews strategies developed to appeal to high-demand candidates, practical measures implemented by national authorities, and funding and initiatives introduced to support these efforts, based on data provided by 21 EMN Member Countries and the OECD.

A newly released study by the European Migration Network (EMN) provides an in-depth analysis of illegal employment among third-country nationals (TCNs) in EMN Member Countries from 2017 to 2022. The report, titled "Illegal Employment of Third-Country Nationals: 2017-2022 Situation Analysis," explores the key legislative and policy frameworks, challenges, and measures taken to address this issue. It also details the various ways in which TCNs engage in illegal employment and the challenges faced by both foreign workers and authorities.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), as coordinator of the European Migration Network (EMN) in Slovakia, conducted a lecture on migration followed by the Destination Europe workshop for 22 employees of the Office of Labour, Social Affairs and Family Bratislava. This session took place on 27 February 2025 in Bratislava, providing participants an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the topic of migration and related decision-making processes.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), as the coordinator of the National Contact Point of the European Migration Network for Slovakia, organised an EMN Roundtable in Bratislava on 13 February 2025 focused on the application practice in the employment, integration and protection of third-country nationals.

Migration is a complex topic governed by various policies, laws, and institutions. The updated document Organisation of Migration and Asylum Policies in the Slovak Republic provides an overview of the institutions and organizations responsible for different areas of migration from non-EU countries. It also maps key policies, legislative frameworks, and strategic documents governing migration in Slovakia, reflecting new measures and changes in response to current challenges.