04 November 2024
  • At a recent expert panel held during ICMPD’s Vienna Migration Conference, speakers from legal firms, multinational companies, and the European Commission provided insights into the policy gaps and opportunities in the EU labour migration framework, particularly for SMEs. This article outlines the key takeaways from the discussion and sheds light on where improvements could bridge the labour migration divide for smaller businesses.

As Europe grapples with growing labour shortages, particularly in specialised fields like ICT, energy, and renewables, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are facing an uphill battle in attracting and retaining international talent. At a recent expert panel held during ICMPD’sVienna Migration Conference, moderated by Jennifer Tangney, Senior Project Manager, Migration Partnership Facility, speakers discussed the current state of labour migration and the private sector’s role in shaping a more efficient, inclusive system.