According to several NGOs, at least 28,932 people have died crossing the Mediterranean over the past ten years. The activists are now calling on the EU Commission to take action.
By Almut Siefert
The migration policy of the federal government is a cause for concern. It would be better to focus on the benefits of migration and take the effects of climate change into account. This would mean supporting the right to mobility, as well as the right to remain in one's home country.
By Experts Table.Briefings
Snap elections are expected this fall in the Netherlands, after far-right leader Geert Wilders collapsed the ruling coalition on Tuesday over disputes surrounding tougher migration policies.
By Stephan Israel
The EU Parliament and the Council have agreed on a gradual introduction of the digitalized storage of travelers from third countries. This concerns travelers with short-term visas or short stays without visas. Member States must put the system into operation within six months.
By Marion Bergermann
During his inaugural visit to Rome, Chancellor Merz assures the Italian head of government that he no longer wants to stand on the brakes when it comes to migration. He could also imagine asylum procedures outside the EU.
By Almut Siefert
Austria's Economics Minister welcomes the new federal government's policy of increased border controls. In terms of economic policy, Hattmannsdorfer expects new impetus and a leading role in Europe.
By Michael Bröcker
The Committee on Home Affairs (LIBE) has endorsed a registration system for the digitalized storage of travellers from third countries at the EU's external borders. This concerns travelers with short-term visas or short stays without visas. Member States can introduce the system gradually over a six-month period.
By Marion Bergermann
Not only the CDU/CSU and SPD, but also the EU is planning further tightening of asylum policy. The European Commission wants to present its plans for more deportations in Strasbourg.
By Eric Bonse
Schengen is in serious danger, warns Valérie Hayer. Nothing less than freedom of movement and prosperity are at stake as a result of border controls, writes the Chairwoman of the Renew Group in the European Parliament in today's Opinion.
By Redaktion Table
Austrian Finance Minister Magnus Brunner is to take over the explosive migration dossier in the new Commission. The popular ÖVP politician has so far not stood out for his striking positions but is considered to be compromise-oriented.
By Silke Wettach
