In the Synthesis Reports of the European Migration Network (EMN), main findings from the national studies are summarised, compared and put into context of developments in the EU. The national studies on behalf of EU Member States and Norway were elaborated by the EMN National Contact Points based in the respective countries.

Migratory Pathways for Start-Ups and Innovative Entrepreneurs in the European Union

Over half of the EU Member States considers that attracting and retaining innovative entrepreneurs and start-ups from countries outside the EU will enhance the economic growth and innovation, and will increase the global economic competitiveness. The Synthesis Report identifies the factors, prerequisites, specific approaches, schemes and tools for attracting and retaining innovative entrepreneurs from third countries, as well as explores the roles of countries, regions, cities and business infrastructure in this regard.

Take a look at the outputs: Migratory Pathways for Start-Ups and Innovative Entrepreneurs in the European Union

Beneficiaries of International Protection Travelling to Their Country of Origin

The Synthesis Report examines motivations of persons with granted international protection who decide to go back to their country of origin, and how such cases would be assessed by the countries that granted them the protection.

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Take a look at the outputs: Beneficiaries of International Protection Travelling to their Country of Origin

Attracting and Retaining International Students in the EU

Attracting students from third countries represents for the EU an alternative to irregular migration and could be seen as a contribution to a more competitive EU economy. The Synthesis Report analyses specific policies, practices and incentives introduced by the Member States to attract international students as well as to retain them after graduating.

Take a look at the outputs: Attracting and Retaining International Students in the EU

Impact of Visa Liberalisation on Countries of Destination

As of 2018, five Western Balkan and three Eastern Partnership countries benefit from visa liberalisation regime with countries of the EU Schengen area. The Synthesis Report provides overview of positive and negative trends in 25 EU countries and Norway after liberalising visa regime.

Take a look at the outputs: Impact of Visa Liberalisation on Countries of Destination

Labour Market Integration of Third-Country Nationals in EU Member States

The Synthesis Report brings overview of policies related to integration of third-country nationals into the labour market of EU Member States.

Take a look at the outputs: Labour Market Integration of Third-Country Nationals in EU Member States

EMN activities in Slovakia are funded by the European Union’s Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund and co-funded by the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic.