The necessity of a new approach in the legal migration policies of the EU due to discrimination in the labor market, considering the post-Covid 19 context

Arrinaj Florida
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Arrinaj Florida: University “Luigj Gurakuqi”, Shkoder, Albania

European Journal of Economics, Law and Social Sciences, 2025, vol. 9, issue 1, 1-10

Abstract: The global trends in the labor market and the dynamics surrounding migration for employment have become a highly debated and prominent issue within the EU. Labor migration policies within the EU have undergone significant reforms over the years. These changes aim to address the evolving needs of the labor market while managing the migration of workers for employment purposes. This article examines the impact of the EU Blue Card Directive, the Seasonal Workers Directive and the Single Permit Directive on the labor market, with a particular focus on the issues and challenges faced by third country nationals. A valuable contribution has been made in attracting qualified labor force, but on the other hand, these policies have not managed to meet all the needs of migrant workers, especially those with low and medium qualifications. The COVID-19 pandemic has further highlighted the vulnerability of migrant workers, worsening pre-existing disparities in their access to employment opportunities, social services, and labor rights. These precarious conditions have exposed the shortcomings of existing labor migration policies, emphasizing the need for comprehensive reforms that address these inequalities and offer better protection for migrant workers in the post-pandemic context. The post-pandemic period has highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive reforms that not only support economic recovery, but also promote social inclusion and fair treatment of migrant workers. This article will propose recommendations to enhance EU migration policies by focusing on the development of legal migration pathways, implementing anti-discrimination measures, and strengthening integration initiatives. These changes are essential to creating a more equitable and resilient labor market in the EU, fostering better opportunities and protections for migrant workers and promoting social inclusion.

Keywords: Discrimination; EU labor migration; migrant workers; Covid-19 impact; third-country nationals; migration policies (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.2478/ejels-2025-0001

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