In November 2023, the European Commission selected a number of projects to reinforce migration management and security at the EU borders. In total EUR 259 million were made available as part of Member States’ national programmes. Actions can start directly and will be implemented by Member States.

On 13 and 14 November 2023, representatives from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, Czechia, and Niue, visited Brussels to review the EU’s implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption. This country visit is an important milestone in the engagement of the EU with UNCAC.

On 15 November 2023, the European Commission presented a series of initiatives to make the EU more attractive to talent from third countries and help address critical labour shortages. The Skills and Talent Mobility package will help match employers in the EU with jobseekers from non-EU countries.

The EC will train and donate 50 explosive and mine detection dogs to the Ukrainian authorities by the end of 2024. As a result of the Russian aggression, thousands of mines are left scattered across an area of over 30% of Ukraine. The EC assembled an EU team to help Ukraine's demining efforts.

The Security Innovation Award celebrates outstanding examples of Security Research Uptake and innovation that benefits EU citizens’ security. This year's winner is a chemical detector that flies into contaminated air space and gives real-time feedback on the chemical compounds in the atmosphere.

The Justice and Home Affairs Council has concluded following its meeting with interior ministers and home affairs ministers in Brussels on 19 October. Commissioner of Home Affairs and Security Ylva Johansson said that more efficient returns are now a priority.

On 18 October 2023, the Commission adopted a new Communication on countering threats posed by the unlawful and dangerous use of drones. The communication outlines the EU’s future policy in drone usage and is a key step in developing a harmonised legal framework to mitigate potential risks.

Trafficking in human beings is a terrible crime. Prevention is part of the solution. On this EU Anti-Trafficking Day, help us raise awareness. Listen to the message from the EU Anti-Trafficking Coordinator.

The Commission presents an EU Action Plan for the Eastern Mediterranean migration route. The plan outlines measures to prevent irregular departures, combat smuggling and provide legal pathways. It is the latest part of the commitment to meet the challenges of irregular migration.