Washington DC, Dec. 10 -- US President Donald Trump announced that applications for the new Gold Card Citizenship programme would open on Wednesday afternoon, unveiling an immigration pathway he has long promoted as part of his administration's broader economic strategy.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump emphasised the significance of the launch, writing, "THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT'S TRUMP GOLD CARD IS HERE TODAY! A direct path to Citizenship for all qualified and vetted people. SO EXCITING! Our Great American Companies can finally keep their invaluable Talent. Live Site opens in 30 minutes!"

His remarks highlighted the programme's intended role in helping US companies retain skilled workers.

The Gold Card Citizenship initiative buil...