Mosan Hassan, 42, left Pakistan for Portugal a year ago, chasing stability and opportunity. Now, he’s among thousands of migrants trapped in legal purgatory as Portugal’s new policies spark fear and uncertainty. 🌍
Hassan’s residency application has languished for months, far beyond the promised 90-day processing window. Despite working in agriculture and paying taxes, he remains undocumented. "We follow the rules, but people hit us with hate," he told CGTN. "If I had another option, I’d go." 😢
His story mirrors a growing crisis: Nearly 500,000 migrants face similar delays as Portugal’s center-right coalition, recently re-elected after a 2023 collapse, tightens immigration rules. Critics argue the backlog reflects systemic failures, leaving vulnerable communities in limbo.
With tensions rising and policies shifting, migrants like Hassan are left wondering: Will their sacrifices ever be enough? 🔍
