Group 1 - The Italian government plans to issue nearly 500,000 work visas to non-EU citizens over the next three years to address labor shortages and expand legal immigration channels [1] - By 2026, approximately 165,000 work visas will be issued to non-EU citizens, with a total of nearly 498,000 visas expected to be issued by 2028 [1] - The visa allocation considers social needs and previous years' applications, aiming to create a plan that meets both business demands and practical realities [1] Group 2 - Italy, as the third-largest economy in the Eurozone, faces significant labor shortages due to aging population and declining birth rates [1] - In 2024, Italy's death rate is projected to exceed its birth rate by approximately 281,000, leading to a population decrease of 37,000 to 58.93 million, continuing a decade-long trend [1] - Research indicates that Italy will need to absorb at least 10 million immigrants by 2050 to address the challenges posed by ongoing population decline [1] Group 3 - Since taking office in October 2022, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has prioritized curbing illegal immigration, with the government planning to tighten policies against illegal migrants [2] - The government aims to expedite deportations and combat illegal crossings of the Mediterranean [2]