UN fears that Syria's neighbours may close borders
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19:42 29/08/2012
There are fears that countries neighbouring Syria may close their borders following a sharp increase in the numbers of refugees crossing their borders from Syria. Over 214,000 Syrian refugees have...
Australian immigration to visit India and Sri Lanka
12:12 01/05/2012
Australian Immigration and Citizenship Minister Chris Bowen is visiting India and Sri Lanka this week to discuss further cooperation on border and immigration activities. He will also be answering...
Singapore may tighten lower level skilled immigration rules
12:37 05/09/2011
At a recent National Day Rally speech by Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong spoke about tightening immigration rules for skilled foreign workers. This has raised concerns that in future it will...
Singapore's founding prime minister defends skilled immigration
15:16 24/07/2011
On 22 July 2011, Lee Kuan Yew, Singapore's first prime minister after the end of British Rule, defended the ruling People's Action Party's stance on encouraging skilled immigration to spur the city-...
Singapore an attractive destination for Indians
15:51 27/06/2011
Singapore is becoming an increasingly popular destination for Indian professionals; Thanks to continued economic growth there are plenty of opportunities for Indians and others. For example there is...
Singapore Immigration - Prime Minister insists foreign workers essential
15:48 20/04/2011
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has said that whilst high levels of immigration have caused some problems in Singapore , that overall, immigration is good for Singapore. Speaking recently to...