COVID-19 and European Immigration Strategies – An Update

• Jurisdiction: European Union
• Year: 2021
• Author: Jo Antoons

Speaker

Jo Antoons is an Attorney and Managing Partner of Fragomen’s Brussels office. She is responsible for managing corporate immigration compliance and advisory work for Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. In this role, she supports multinational and medium-sized corporations and individuals with effective and efficient immigration solutions for both inbound and outbound moves. In addition, Jo leads Fragomen’s EU-wide Strategic Mobility Solutions and Government Strategies and, represents Fragomen in the European Commission Expert Group on Economic Migration.

Jo has spoken as an immigration law expert at numerous national and international seminars and has authored a list of publications related to economic migration. She was also part of the legal experts group overseeing the Legal Migration Fitness Check conducted by the European Commission. Jo’s thorough knowledge of all aspects of global mobility, ranging from immigration to social security and labour law and posted worker solutions, gives her a wellrounded strategic view of immigration-based advice on behalf of her clients and government stakeholders.

Topic

Jo Antoons provides valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of European immigration strategies in her latest research. Her work encompasses a wide range of topics, shedding light on critical issues that have gained prominence in recent times.

One of the focal points of her research is the European Union's entry ban, a policy that has garnered significant attention and debate. Jo delves into the intricacies of this ban, exploring its implications for both individuals seeking to enter the EU and the member states themselves. Her analysis offers a comprehensive view of the challenges and opportunities associated with this policy, considering factors such as border security, economic impact, and diplomatic relations.

In light of the global pandemic, Jo Antoons also investigates the profound influence of COVID-19 on remote working within the context of immigration strategies. She highlights how this unforeseen event has revolutionized the way businesses operate and how it has impacted the movement of labor across borders. Her...