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New rules aim to make returns more effective for people with no right to stay in the EU, introducing a European return order and opening the possibility of return hubs outside the EU. They complement the EU’s existing pact on migration and asylum and will aid its implementation.
More than 700 additional researchers will be able to build their careers in Europe thanks to a boost of over €210 million to the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions – one of Europe's flagship programmes for research careers. The 2026 MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships received a record 21,627 applications.
The EU is offering DiscoverEU travel passes to 18-year-olds to explore Europe by train. Applications are open until 15 October 2026 at midday Brussels time. You can travel anytime between 1 March 2027 and 31 May 2028 for up to 7 days within a one-month period.
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