SloveniaThe article discusses Slovenia's record number of foreign workers and new EU regulations aimed at simplifying their employment. It notes that nearly 149,000 foreign nationals were part of the workforce in June 2025, making up around 15% of total labor force activity, the highest recorded by the Slovenian Statistical Office (SURS). The proportion of foreigners among newly employed individuals exceeded that of Slovenians for the first time in 2025, with approximately 18,300 foreign workers compared to 15,900 Slovenians. The European Commission introduced a package of measures, including a renewed directive on a single permit and the EU Talent Pool platform, to address labor shortages across member states. These changes aim to streamline work permits and improve access to talent for employers, particularly in sectors facing staffing challenges such as construction, logistics, and healthcare.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about labor trends and EU policy developments without overtly favoring any particular political stance. While it highlights the growing role of foreign workers and the implications for Slovenia’s economy, it does not take a clear ideological position on the移民
