Title: Faeser Fortifies Borders with Extended Controls
Nancy Faeser, Germany's Interior Minister, extends border controls for at least two additional months, addressing the surge in refugees and people smuggling. Originally slated to end on December 15, the controls include stationary and mobile checks at borders with Poland, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland.
In discussions with the "Rheinische Post," Faeser underscored the success of the border controls against human traffickers, who compromise lives for profit. Citing the apprehension of over 120 smugglers and the prevention of around 4,370 unauthorized entries since mid-October, she asserted, "Our measures are working."
Faeser expressed her conviction in the importance of these security measures, declaring, "Our fight against the unscrupulous business of people smugglers is successful." These controls aim to curb irregular migration and alleviate pressure on local municipalities.
To uphold EU's border protection and minimize irregular migration, the SPD politician advocated for the communal European asylum system. Faeser shared her ongoing commitment to shaping legislation in Brussels to strengthen this system.
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As part of these efforts, Germany is committed to a border control duration of six months extending until September 15, 2025[3]. Chancellor Olaf Scholz agreed to this extension, emphasizing the necessity to address concerns related to unlawful migration and cross-border crimes[3].
Beyond the success of border controls, the EU asylum system remains crucial to counter the tide of irregular migration, with 47,000 deportations and a reduction in asylum applications by a third, as well as the arrest of 1,900 smugglers[3]. The stringent checks and cooperation with neighboring countries aim to continue deterring smugglers and preventing unauthorized immigration.
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