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Ukrainian Refugee Employment Hits 59%, Family Reunifications Surge

2/5/2025

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By November 2024, the employment rate among Ukrainian refugees in the Netherlands rose to 59%, a notable increase from 55% in 2023, with many finding jobs in business services. In contrast, Syrian asylum applications fell by 12%. Despite the government’s plans for stricter asylum measures, family reunifications surged, welcoming 11,900 new members to refugee families.

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By November 2024, the employment rate among Ukrainian refugees in the Netherlands rose to 59%, a notable increase from 55% in 2023, with many finding jobs in business services. In contrast, Syrian asylum applications fell by 12%. Despite the government’s plans for stricter asylum measures, family reunifications surged, welcoming 11,900 new members to refugee families.