MIPEX 2025 Launch in Luxembourg
On 30 June and 1 July, MPG presented the MIPEX 2025 results for Luxembourg, with Başak Yavçan, MPG’s Head of Research, and Marianna Gorgerino, MPG’s Intern, leading the discussions. The country’s score – 61 out of 100 – marked a one-point drop from the previous edition. But the number was only part of the story. The presentation brought together the Ministère de la Famille, des Solidarités, du Vivre ensemble et de l’Accueil Max Hahn, civil society partners, and national expert Serge Kollwelter, and the discussion quickly moved beyond the numbers. It was a moment to reflect on participation, representation, and what meaningful inclusion looks like in Luxembourg today.
Luxembourg remains in the “slightly favourable” category, a position that reflects both progress and persistent gaps. While the country continues to lead in areas like anti-discrimination and access to nationality, other domains, such as labour market mobility, healthcare, and political participation, reveal structural limitations that still shape the migrant experience.
The one-point drop may seem minor, but it comes at a time when expectations are rising and when the dismantling of key participatory bodies, like the National Council for Foreigners (CNE), has left a noticeable void.
A Minister in the Room
Minister Max Hahn did not deliver a speech. He asked questions. He listened. He wanted to understand how Luxembourg compares to its neighbours and where it could do better. The conversation touched on labour market access, family reunification, and the need to rebuild spaces for migrant political voice.
MPG also invited the Minister to join the MIPEX 2025 Brussels launch this September, where national and EU policymakers will gather to reflect on the findings and shape future strategies.
In addition to the main presentation, MPG also participated in two dedicated meetings with national stakeholders. The discussion brought together representatives from NGOs such as CEFIS, ASTI, SINGA Luxembourg, Caritas, and the Red Cross, as well as members of Luxembourg’s Parliament from multiple political parties. Topics included how to improve the political participation of foreigners at both national and local levels, how to accelerate the recognition of qualifications, the specific features of naturalisation in Luxembourg, and good practices from other countries.
To read more data, download the full Luxembourg infographic and explore the full MIPEX 2025 results on the website.
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