Tag: citizenship
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Immigrants Struggle to Gain Citizenship Amid Hurdles and Fear
Many Still Chase Citizenship Despite Obstacles Across the United States, hundreds of thousands of immigrants view citizenship not as a distant dream but as a defining milestone. They face a patchwork of legal hurdles, language barriers, and financial strains that can stretch for years. Yet for many, the drive to become full members of the…
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Seeking Citizenship in the Face of Hurdles and Fear: Immigrants Persist
Introduction: A Quiet Pursuit of Citizenship Across the United States, people who built lives here are pursuing one clear goal despite long odds: becoming citizens. They carry stories of struggle, delay, and fear, yet they press forward, driven by the promise of full participation in American life. The NPR account of immigrants navigating the naturalization…
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Citizenship Quest: Immigrants Overcome Hurdles and Fear
Immigrants Pursue Citizenship Amid Hurdles and Fear On a brisk January day in the nation’s capital, people lined up with the same quiet determination that has long defined the immigrant experience. Some held documents, others pushed strollers, and many carried the weight of a decision that could redefine their futures: to become U.S. citizens. The…
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UK Passport Rules: Navigating Travel and Citizenship
Overview: New UK passport rules shake up travel Travelers heading to Britain are facing a flurry of questions as official changes to passport rules unfold. The updates come at a time when borders are tightening in response to security and administrative pressures, and they are prompting travelers to recheck their status before booking flights. For…
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Malaysia’s Constitutional Duty to Prevent Statelessness: From Jus Soli to Jus Sanguinis
Introduction: Why Malaysia’s Citizenship matters Statelessness affects millions around the world, and Malaysia is no exception. Central to this issue is how a country defines who counts as a citizen. In 1962, Malaysia’s Parliament enacted a sweeping set of amendments to the Constitution that redefined citizenship rules. The changes signaled a move away from jus…
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Malaysia’s Constitutional Duty: Preventing Statelessness through Citizenship Law
Introduction: A constitutional turning point In 1962, Malaysia undertook a watershed constitutional shift that redefined who qualifies as a citizen. The amendments to the Constitution and the Citizenship Act reframed Malaysia’s approach to nationality, moving away from the traditional principle of jus soli—citizenship by birth on home soil—and toward a system rooted in jus sanguinis,…
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No Dual Citizenship, but Indonesia Offers Permanent Residency for Eligible Foreigners
Introduction: A Fresh Approach to Residency in Indonesia Indonesia has officially introduced a new residency policy aimed at attracting skilled professionals, investors, and long-term residents while avoiding the complexities of dual citizenship. The Global Citizenship of Indonesia (GCI) program is designed to grant permanent residency to eligible foreigners, providing a stable, long-term legal status without…
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US Passport Falls Out of the World’s Top 10 for the First Time in 20 Years
Key finding: the US slips to 12th in the Henley Passport Index The latest Henley Passport Index, which ranks how many destinations travelers can visit visa-free, places the United States at 12th globally—tied with Malaysia. This marks the first time in two decades that the United States has fallen outside the top 10, a dramatic…
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Malaysian citizenship for Harimau Malaya heritage players follows the book, home minister says
Malaysia’s citizenship process for Harimau Malaya heritage players is lawful, home minister says The Malaysian government has reaffirmed that seven national team players granted citizenship as part of the Harimau Malaya heritage program were naturalised in full accordance with the law. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stressed that no unlawful steps were taken…
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Russia Imposes Citizenship on Ukrainians in Annexed Territories
Introduction In a significant move that raises concerns about international law and human rights, Russia has imposed its citizenship on Ukrainians living in territories it has annexed. This decree, which took effect on September 10, further complicates the lives of many Ukrainians who are unwilling to accept Russian nationality. Those who refuse face severe restrictions,…