India has expressed strong appreciation to the United Arab Emirates for safeguarding the welfare of its citizens during the recent tensions in West Asia. The acknowledgement came during a high-level diplomatic visit to Abu Dhabi, where discussions focused on bilateral cooperation and regional stability. During the engagement, India conveyed gratitude for the UAE’s continued commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of the large Indian community residing in the Gulf nat

The organisers of Miss Diaspora Ghana have officially launched the 2026 edition in Accra, introducing a renewed vision that places economic growth and diaspora engagement at the centre of the pageant. At the unveiling, the organisers made it clear that the initiative is no longer just about beauty and cultural display. Instead, it is being repositioned as a strategic platform to connect Ghanaians living abroad with opportunities to invest, collaborate, and contribute to natio

A diaspora advocacy group, the Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative, has praised regional and national human rights institutions for their intervention in Zimbabwe’s ongoing constitutional amendment debate, while urging authorities to reconsider the current reform approach. In a statement released on Thursday, the group commended both the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission and the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights for what it described as a firm and principled positi

The Government of Uganda has intensified efforts to involve its citizens abroad in national development, holding a high-level diaspora engagement in Japan as part of plans to establish a comprehensive National Diaspora Policy. The consultation, organised by Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs alongside its embassy in Tokyo, brought together professionals, students, and entrepreneurs from the Ugandan community across Japan. The meeting formed part of a broader global initiati

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has entered into an agreement with the United States to accept foreign nationals deported from American territory, marking a significant development in Washington’s expanding migration control strategy Government officials in Kinshasa confirmed that the arrangement will involve the temporary reception of third-country nationals, with implementation expected to begin this month. However, authorities did not disclose how many individuals w

Athens is set to host the 3rd Greek Youth Diaspora Symposium from 18 to 25 June 2026, bringing together young Greeks from across the globe to discuss culture, identity, and leadership. The initiative is part of a broader effort to engage diaspora youth in shaping the future of global Hellenism. The symposium is organised by the General Secretariat for Greeks Abroad and Public Diplomacy. It aims to foster connections among young Greeks, creating a platform for exchanging ideas

The Croatian government has introduced a financial support scheme aimed at easing the reintegration of its diaspora by covering the cost of translating foreign academic qualifications. Announced by the Ministry of Demography and Immigration, the initiative provides a total funding pool of €25,000 to assist returning emigrants and their families in translating higher education documents into Croatian. The programme is designed to reduce bureaucratic obstacles often faced by re

The Government of Ghana has announced plans to grant visa-free entry to all African nationals, marking a significant shift in its immigration policy aimed at strengthening regional integration. The policy, approved under President John Mahama, is scheduled to take effect on May 25, a date celebrated annually as Africa Day. Officials say the move is part of broader efforts to promote unity across the continent and ease cross-border movement. Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, S

Syria has dismissed calls for mass repatriation of its citizens living in Germany, emphasizing the diaspora’s role as a vital resource for the country. Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani described Syrians abroad as “strategic national assets” and stressed that any return should be voluntary. He said engagement with the diaspora is key to Syria’s reconstruction efforts and pledged to provide safe conditions for those choosing to return. Al-Shaibani noted that the Syrian