Italy allocates 40,075 seasonal-work visas for 2026 as Decreto Flussi moves into operational phase
Wave of local transport strikes hits Italy on 16 January, disrupting business travel plans
EU data show sharp drop in asylum claims, but Italy still second-largest recipient
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24-hour freight-rail stoppage hits Captrain Italia network
Rail-freight operator Captrain Italia is facing a 24-hour national strike from 14–15 January, halting many cargo services and forcing manufacturers to switch to road. With no minimum service rules for freight, supply-chain managers moving goods—and mobility teams arranging household shipments—should expect delays and build in contingency time.
Milan commuters face 24-hour metro and bus walk-out
An AL-COBAS strike has cut Milan’s metro, tram and bus service for 24 hours on 15 January. Guaranteed rush-hour windows offer limited relief, but travellers should brace for long waits and consider taxis or remote meetings. Further action is possible if wage talks stall.
Farnesina to unveil streamlined Guide to International Adoptions
MAECI will launch a digital ‘Guide to International Adoptions’ on 15 January, promising clearer steps and faster timelines for Italians adopting abroad. The overhaul may shorten procedures from two years to 14 months and clarifies automatic citizenship for adopted children—useful knowledge for globally mobile employees.