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Vietnam Upholds Tax Transparency Under Law on Tax Administration
The EU blacklisted Vietnam for tax non-cooperation in 2026. Hanoi defends its transparency efforts while businesses brace for potential tax…
Romania Suspends Schengen Visa Processing in Minsk, Citing Technical Issues
Romania indefinitely suspends visa services in Minsk for technical reasons, forcing Belarusian travelers to seek Schengen appointments in neighboring countries.
Ukraine Tracks 20,000 Children Forcibly Deported Since February 24 2026
Ukraine confirms 19,546 children were forcibly removed as U.S. policy shifts, closing the U4U program and leaving many families in…
EU Uses Article 25a Visa Code to Target Guinea for Visa Sanctions
EU and US impose strict visa sanctions on Guinea, including longer wait times and cash bonds, due to poor cooperation…
Jesta Push Led by Takaichi Sanae Expands Japan Travel Screening
Japan to launch JESTA pre-travel screening by 2028 and sharply increase visa fees and departure taxes in 2026 to enhance…
Sweden Council on Legislation Criticises Retroactive Citizenship Rules
Sweden’s legal council warns that applying new, stricter citizenship rules to pending applications retroactively risks undermining legal certainty.
China Expands Visa Waiver for 30-Day Visa-Free Entry Starting February 17 2026
China adds Canada and the UK to its 30-day visa-free travel list starting Feb 17, 2026, allowing easier entry for…
Department of Homeland Security Expands Re-Vetting of Palestinian Refugees
U.S. and European authorities increase scrutiny of Palestinian refugees through status revocations, re-vetting operations, and expanded processing holds.