Donald Trump will not stop H1-B visas, but it is not yet told what will happen after this – CNBC TV18

US President Donald Trump has assured that he will not end the H-1B visa program, which allows skilled foreign workers to be employed in the United States, but his stance on possible amendments remains unclear.

Speaking at a press conference on January 21, Trump highlighted the importance of attracting capable talent to various sectors of the country.

“I like both sides of the argument, but I also like very capable people coming to our country, even if it involves training them and helping other people who don’t have the qualifications they have,” Trump said of the visa. Commented indicating his support for. Program.

Addressing concerns that extend beyond the technology industry, Trump stressed the need for skilled professionals in a variety of roles, from engineers to maitre d’s and wine experts. “You have to get the best people. People like Larry need engineers, and NASA needs engineers like no one has ever needed them,” he said.

About 75% of the 386,000 H-1B visas issued in 2023 to Indian citizens may get some relief from Trump’s assurance.

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However, uncertainty looms as the former president also seeks to tighten immigration policies, particularly with his executive order ending automatic birthright citizenship.

Under the new policy, children born in the US will no longer be recognized as citizens if their father is not a US citizen or lawful permanent resident, and their mother is either in the country illegally or present on a temporary visa, Such as a student, work, or tourist visa.

The change, to take effect in 30 days, targets automatic citizenship for children of parents living in the country illegally or temporarily.

Meanwhile, a Bloomberg report said the Indian government is ready to work with Donald Trump’s administration to identify and deport all its citizens living illegally in the US, according to a report from New Delhi. An early sign that he is ready to comply and avoid the incoming US President. trade war.

The report said that while the US has identified around 18,000 illegal Indian immigrants to be deported back home, for whom India will verify and initiate the deportation process, the figure could be much higher.

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