Extending Border Controls in Germany: What You Need to Know
Continuing Border Checks with Denmark and Other EU Nations Remain in Effect for Germany
Chancellor Scholz's Decision ExplainedGerman Chancellor Olaf Scholz has decided to extend border controls across Germany for an additional six months past their initial expiry date, scheduled for mid-March. This decision comes ahead of the upcoming elections on February 23rd, where immigration is a prominent topic of debate.
Putting a Stop to Irregular Migration
Scholz's move to extend checks at the German borders is a continuation of efforts to combat irregular migration and cross-border crime. To date, these controls have resulted in the rejection of 47,000 individuals trying to enter Germany[1]. Additionally, asylum applications have decreased significantly, dropping by a third in 2024 compared to 2023[1].
The Ongoing Fight Against People Smugglers
Scholz emphasized the importance of the extended controls in his intention to "remain resolute in the fight against irregular migration." efforts against people smugglers have been successful, with more than 1,900 arrests made in this regard[1].
Border Controls First Instated in 2024
Initially implemented in September 2024, these border controls were established to limit irregular migration and combat criminal activities, including identifying and stopping Islamic extremists at an early stage[1].
What About Denmark and Other Neighboring Countries?
While Denmark is not directly subject to Germany's border controls with its neighboring countries, other European nations like Austria and Italy have followed suit by extending their own border controls[4]. Slovakia, for example, recently implemented border controls in response to concerns over a viral disease affecting livestock[3].
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- The current news involves Chancellor Scholz's decision to extend border controls in Germany until September, a move aimed at combating irregular migration and cross-border crime.
- The extension of border controls has resulted in the rejection of over 47,000 individuals trying to enter Germany and has led to a significant drop in asylum applications.
- In his statement, Scholz emphasized the importance of these controls in the ongoing fight against irregular migration and people smugglers, with more than 1,900 arrests made in this regard.
- Initiated in 2024, the border controls were originally instated to limit irregular migration and combat criminal activities, including the identification and prevention of Islamic extremists.
- Although Denmark is not directly subject to Germany's border controls, other neighboring countries like Austria and Italy have also extended their own border controls in response to similar concerns.
- In a related story, Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen has called for the limitation of foreign labor, while a Danish minister plans to ban driving for residents of an expulsion center.
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