Tajikistan sets minimum age for labor migration — 18 years
On October 21, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon signed a new version of the law
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Tashkent's migration increase over the first nine months of 2026 exceeded 26,000 people
According to the National Statistics Committee, from January to September 2026, 91,142 people arrived in Tashkent and 65,072 left. The capital's migration increase amounted to 26,070 people — almost all of it driven by internal relocations. At the same time, the country's overall migration balance was negative: minus 4,284 people.
Otabek Yusupov
EU proposes expanding Frontex’s powers: deportations from third countries and a reserve of 17,000 officers
The European Commission has presented a reform of the border agency Frontex: it will be able to support the expulsion of migrants from some non-EU countries to others, take part in deportations from “return hubs” and will receive a rapid-response force. Human rights groups and some MEPs criticised the plan.
Aziz Karimov
Russia prepares a registry of foreign workers: what will change for migrants
Russia plans to introduce organized recruitment of foreign workers — a targeted hiring system based on electronic registries of employers and employees. The first stage of the experiment is expected from March 1, 2027, and the second after January 1, 2029. The draft is at the discussion stage, and the final timelines and rules depend on the law to be adopted.
Otabek Yusupov
Kozhemyako says population outflow from the Far East has slowed
Deputy Prime Minister and presidential envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District Oleg Kozhemyako said that the outflow of residents from the Far East and the northern regions has slowed considerably compared with the 1990s. According to him, more than 1,400 enterprises have opened in the region and about 200,000 jobs have been created. Earlier, Vladimir Putin called for making the Far East attractive for relocation.
Aziz Karimov
Trump Urges Libya to End Role as Corridor for Illegal Migration Following Diplomatic Protest from Tripoli
US President Donald Trump published a conciliatory statement on Truth Social on Sunday, describing Libyans as 'proud, resilient, and hospitable' but demanding that Libya cease serving as a corridor for illegal migration. This followed Tripoli summoning the US chargé d'affaires over offensive remarks Trump made at a rally in Perry, Georgia. The Presidency Council and the eastern government both demanded an official apology, with Dbeibeh stating that Libya's dignity would not become fodder for American electoral disputes. While Trump acknowledged Libya's role in defeating ISIS, his statement lacked concrete timelines or initiatives for Libyan reunification and elections, leaving the practical impact uncertain. The incident, however, highlighted rare unity between Libya's rival administrations in defending national dignity.
Otabek Yusupov
Trump said he had warned Macron about the threat of France 'disappearing' due to migration policy
US President Donald Trump said that even at his first meeting with Emmanuel Macron he warned him that France would 'disappear' because of admitting migrants. He also mentioned the situation in Spain and characterized migrants' attitude toward European countries. Against this backdrop, mass protests are taking place in Europe.
Aziz Karimov
Migration Agency helped Uzbek citizens recover $850,000 in wage arrears over nine months
In the first nine months of 2026, Uzbekistan's Migration Agency reviewed 817 appeals from citizens about wage delays and document problems abroad. Most complaints came from Russia — 533. The agency helped recover $850,000 in arrears and return 532 personal documents.
Otabek Yusupov
Zakharova: Moscow awaits clarification from Astana on new electronic entry rules
The Russian Foreign Ministry expects to receive clarifications from Kazakhstan on the QazETA electronic permit system, which also affects citizens of EAEU countries. Moscow emphasizes respect for Kazakhstan's sovereign right to regulate migration issues.
Sevara Azamova
Britain reports nearly four thousand migrants in camps in northern France
Duncan Capps, commander of the UK Home Office Border Force, said that around 3,800 migrants are in two camps in northern France awaiting crossing to Britain — nearly twice the usual number. Meanwhile, the number of Channel crossings this year has fallen by 43%.
Sevara Azamova
In Nizhny Novgorod Region, an Organized Crime Group Leader Was Sentenced for Fictitious Legalization of Over 300 Migrants
The organizer of the fictitious registration scheme for foreigners was sentenced to three years and nine months in a penal colony. The case involves about 30 apartment owners and an MFC employee. The migrants' patents were annulled, and the organizer's residence permit was revoked.
Javlon Tursunov
Russian Foreign Ministry awaits clarification from Kazakhstan on new electronic entry permit procedure
Official spokesperson of the Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova said Moscow expects additional clarifications from the Kazakh side on the procedure for applying the new decree on mandatory electronic entry permits to the country. According to her, the new rules affect citizens of EAEU member states.
Sevara Azamova
Number of Uzbeks leaving to study abroad fell by a third
According to the National Statistics Committee, in January–September 2026, 16,522 citizens of Uzbekistan left abroad to study — 33% fewer than a year earlier. Russia became the leader by the number of departing students, whereas a year earlier Tajikistan held first place.
Javlon Tursunov
Energy Secretary Fumbulle voices support for migration reforms after awkward joke
UK Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulle confirmed her support for Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's migration reforms after her joke about 'never lying' was perceived as dodging a direct answer about plans to extend the settlement period from five to ten years.
Sevara Azamova
Ceuta migration crisis reshapes political landscape ahead of elections
More than two months after over 70,000 migrants entered the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco on 30–31 July, the crisis continues to dominate the enclave's political agenda ahead of next month's elections. Some residents are switching their vote to right-wing parties, others are demanding a tougher migration policy, while community leaders warn of radicalising rhetoric.
Javlon Tursunov
President of Uzbekistan and OSCE PA Chairperson discussed new areas of cooperation
On October 22, a meeting took place between the President of Uzbekistan and the Chairperson of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly. The sides noted positive dynamics of interaction, including inter-parliamentary dialogue, the Assembly's participation in election observation, and cooperation in the fields of ecology, migration, and transport. They agreed to develop a joint 'roadmap' of priority areas.
Javlon Tursunov
In Ceuta, police freed 74 migrants from overcrowded housing and arrested the suspected ringleader of a criminal network
The Spanish National Police reported that on Tuesday, in the El Príncipe neighborhood of Ceuta, they found 74 irregular migrants, including ten unaccompanied minors, living in overcrowded and harsh conditions. A local resident was arrested, allegedly the head of an organization engaged in facilitating irregular migration and exploiting people.
Javlon Tursunov
In the first nine months of 2026, $850 thousand was recovered from foreign employers in favor of Uzbek citizens
Uzbekistan's Migration Agency reported that in the first nine months of 2026, $850 thousand in unpaid wages and compensation was recovered from foreign employers following appeals from 817 citizens. Most appeals concerned work in Russia. In addition, identity documents withheld by intermediaries and employers were returned to 532 citizens.
Sevara Azamova