Refugees could face a 20-year wait before being allowed to settle permanently under newly proposed asylum reforms.
The policy overhaul introduces significantly longer residency requirements for asylum seekers, marking one of the toughest changes to the system in recent years. The reforms aim to deter irregular migration and tighten the criteria for long-term settlement.
The new rules have already sparked debate among human rights groups and migration experts, who warn that the extended waiting period may create prolonged uncertainty for refugees seeking stability.