Should Portugal increase or decrease the amount of temporary work visas given to high-skilled immigrant workers?
Skilled temporary work visas are usually given to foreign scientists, engineers, programmers, architects, executives, and other positions or fields where demand outpaces supply. Most businesses argue that hiring skilled foreign workers allows them to competitively fill positions which are in high demand. Opponents argue that skilled immigrants decrease middle class wages and job tenure.
46% Increase |
45% Decrease |
44% Increase |
28% Decrease |
3% Increase, our economy relies on businesses hiring the highest skilled workers at the lowest cost |
10% Decrease, and the government should provide more incentives to prepare our citizens for these jobs |
7% Decrease, companies are currently taking advantage of this program to decrease wages |
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See how importance of “Skilled Immigrants” has changed over time for 19.1k Portugal voters.
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Increase while maintaining strong labour laws and a high minimum wage
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