Intervenes Paris on Berlin's migration strategies
Germany's Border Rejections Draw Objections from France
Amidst the ongoing debate over Germany's border rejections, France has expressed vehement disagreement and is seeking clarification from the German government. According to diplomatic sources in Berlin, the French embassy has reached out to both the Interior Ministry and the Foreign Office to request a written explanation regarding the controversial practices.
As reported by "Spiegel," the French embassy has emphasized the importance of good coordination, smooth border traffic, and adherence to European law. Diplomats from neighboring countries apparently share similar concerns.
In response to these objections, Germany's Interior Minister, Alexander Dobrindt, had earlier stated that he had received substantial support from neighboring countries regarding the new federal government's asylum policy. However, the French diplomats have allegedly voiced their objections repeatedly and verbally in recent discussions.
Paris has demanded a legal basis for the border rejections, particularly if Germany invokes Article 72 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU. If the exception clause in this treaty is activated, Germany must submit a legally sound justification to ensure compliance with EU regulations. So far, Dobrindt's ministry has promised to provide written explanations, although no such document has been made available as of Thursday.
While the specifics of France's objections and Germany's legal basis for activating Article 72 are yet to be agreed upon, the importance of respecting EU law and maintaining good diplomatic relations between neighboring countries remains paramount.
(Enrichment Data Note: The controversy over Germany's border control measures dates back to September 2024. Some perceive these measures as largely symbolic, while France's mayor voiced a critical opinion in May 2025. Article 72 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union allows for a Member State to activate an exception clause in the context of public policy, public security, or public health. Any border rejections would need to meet these criteria, respect EU law, and adhere to the principles of proportionality and non-discrimination.)
- The ongoing migration policy-and-legislation debate, as Germany implements stricter border rejections, has spilled into politics, with France vocalizing objections and demanding a legal basis, particularly if Article 72 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU is invoked.
- The general news is reporting that France has expressed concerns over Germany's border controls, emphasizing the importance of adherence to EU law and maintaining smooth border traffic, while neighboring countries allegedly share similar reservations.
