Zurich Considers Mandatory Integration Contracts for Immigrants

A multi-party coalition in Zurich proposes requiring immigrants to sign formal integration agreements, sparking debate about immigration policy and integration measures.

Key Takeaways

A multi-party coalition in Zurich has proposed requiring immigrants to sign formal integration agreements.
The proposal specifically targets refugees and foreigners arriving in the canton.
Integration is currently a general requirement for foreigners in Switzerland, but this proposal seeks to formalize it into a signed document.
Public discourse includes calls for deportation if these proposed contracts are violated.

They Said

"Excellent! Violations should also require deportation."
— Heide Rice

Zurich Demands Ink on Paper

The Coalition's Ultimatum

From Expectation to Obligation

Public Sentiment Ignites

Sources & References

Immigrants in Zurich could be obliged to sign an 'integration contract'

The Local Switzerland

Key Takeaways

A multi-party coalition in Zurich has proposed requiring immigrants to sign formal integration agreements.
The proposal specifically targets refugees and foreigners arriving in the canton.
Integration is currently a general requirement for foreigners in Switzerland, but this proposal seeks to formalize it into a signed document.
Public discourse includes calls for deportation if these proposed contracts are violated.

They Said

"Excellent! Violations should also require deportation."
— Heide Rice

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immigration integration Zurich policy

Filed Under

immigration integration Zurich policy

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