Italy limits foreign students and bans niqab

The Italian government has approved a new decree establishing a cap on the percentage of students who are not Italian citizens in the first grade, ensuring it does not exceed 30% of the total student body. Updated rules have been implemented to specify which groups are included based on length of residence and educational background. The goal of this measure is to improve integration processes and reduce the concentration of foreign students facing language difficulties. Additionally, the decree includes a ban on face-covering during lessons and activities, with fines ranging from 200 to 1,000 euros for violators. It also aims to enhance Italian language learning for parents, with the possibility for the judiciary to intervene if poor language skills hinder the child's education or integration. This decision has sparked criticism from opposition parties, who consider it discriminatory, while the government argues that it seeks to improve educational opportunities and more effectively integrate foreign students.

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