Foreigners
Coverage of Foreigners in the Nexus archive.
- Colombia’s July 20 Tax Reform: The Handover Fight and What It Means for Foreigners
The outgoing Petro government plans to submit a tax reform in Congress on July 20, but the incoming government opposes it, claiming fiscal policy should be their responsibility. The reform may affect VAT and income taxes impacting foreigners.
- Ukraine Sets Unified Rules for Foreign Recruits
Ukraine has established a centralized system to manage foreign and stateless volunteers joining its armed forces. Licensed Ukrainian companies handle logistics and paperwork, requiring strict vetting, a HR.5 million security deposit, and a HR.300,000 support package per candidate.
- South Africa deploys police, foreigners brace for violence as anti-immigrant protests begin
South Africa deployed police as anti-immigrant protests began, with fears of violence leading to shuttered shops and workers staying home. Thousands of foreigners fled ahead of an unauthorized June 30 deadline set by anti-immigrant groups for migrants to leave.
- Japan to raise some tourist visa fees more than 400%
Japan plans to increase some tourist visa fees by over 400% due to concerns that foreigners are abusing these visas to stay indefinitely. Foreigners make up about 3% of Japan's population.
- South Africa: Foreigners First, NGOs Next - the Buried Demand Inside a Viral Constitutional Campaign
South Africans for Constitutional Reform is a campaign advocating to prioritize citizens over foreigners, with a notable but overlooked goal of requiring state oversight of NGOs. The initiative highlights constitutional reform demands amid public discourse.
- Barnaby Joyce claims people who ‘look like’ recent arrivals dominate auctions. Who is he talking about?
Barnaby Joyce claims people who 'look like they’ve recently arrived' are dominating home auctions, despite data showing fewer than 1% of homes are bought by foreigners. The federal race discrimination commissioner warned against blaming migrants for housing affordability issues.
- Foreigners Offload Japanese Stocks as AI Bubble Worries Grow
Foreigners are offloading Japanese stocks amid growing concerns over an AI bubble.
- Hundreds flee as South Africa anti-migrant mobs go door-to-door
Hundreds of foreigners in South Africa's south coast have fled their homes and sought shelter in community halls as local mobs go door-to-door demanding they leave the country. The mobs are targeting migrants, creating fear and forcing victims to seek safety in public spaces.
- The 'palace' paradox: Most of France's top luxury hotels are owned by foreigners
Most of France's top luxury hotels are owned by foreigners. The article mentions Cheval Blanc in Paris as an example, referencing its entrance on June 2, 2026.
- South Africa: 300 Ghanaians leave amid xenophobic tensions
Hundreds of Ghanaians are departing South Africa on special repatriation flights as xenophobic tensions and anti-immigrant violence escalate in the country. The situation has led to increased protests and targeted attacks against foreign nationals, prompting the mass exodus.
- Russia warns foreigners to leave Kyiv as it prepares ‘systematic strikes’
Russia has issued warnings to foreigners to evacuate Kyiv ahead of planned 'systematic strikes' on the Ukrainian capital, citing Kyiv's recent attack in Luhansk as justification.
- Trump administration to force foreigners in the U.S. to apply for a green card abroad
The Trump administration announced a policy requiring foreigners in the U.S. to leave the country and apply for a green card in their home country, marking a significant change to long-standing immigration procedures.
- Trump administration to force foreigners in the U.S. to apply for a green card abroad
The Trump administration announced a policy requiring foreigners already in the U.S. to apply for a green card from their home countries. The change affects immigration processes, as seen in Harlingen's immigration offices on March 12, 2025.
- Trump administration to make foreigners leave US to apply for green cards
The Trump administration plans to require foreigners to leave the US to apply for green cards, a move to tighten permanent residency requirements. This policy could significantly impact businesses reliant on immigrant labor and talent.
- Green Card Seekers Must Leave U.S. to Apply, Trump Administration Says
The Trump administration announced that individuals seeking green cards must leave the U.S. to apply. The article notes there are various pathways for foreigners to obtain green cards, which allow permanent residency and employment in the United States.
- Senate passes another short-term FISA extension, hours before deadline
The Senate passed a short-term extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), allowing U.S. intelligence agencies to conduct warrantless surveillance on foreigners. The move follows ongoing negotiations with the House over the expiring program.
- Retail Investors Double Down on India Stocks, Foreigners Flee Amid War Jitters
Retail investors are increasing investments in Indian stocks despite global market volatility, while foreign investors are selling shares due to concerns over geopolitical tensions. The article highlights diverging investment trends amid ongoing international conflicts.
- South Korean stocks fall, currency slips as foreigners dump shares
South Korean stocks and currency declined as foreign investors sold shares. The market downturn was driven by foreign capital outflows.