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EU Approves Comprehensive Migration Pact

The European Union has passed a significant overhaul of its migration and asylum policies, aiming to streamline procedures and enforce shared responsibility among member states.

Members of European Parliament take part in a series of votes during a plenary session in Brussels, Belgium, on Wednesday. Photo: EPA-EFE
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Overview

  • The new pact introduces stringent border controls and faster asylum procedures, with special centers at EU external borders for processing.
  • Mandatory solidarity requires all EU nations to share the burden of asylum seekers, with financial penalties for non-compliance.
  • The pact aims to reduce irregular migration by speeding up deportations and enhancing cooperation with third-party countries.
  • Critics argue the pact compromises fundamental asylum rights, fearing increased risks for vulnerable migrants.
  • Implementation of the pact is set for 2026, with ongoing debates about its effectiveness and adherence to human rights.