EU Proposes Overhaul of Deportation Rules to Strengthen Enforcement

The European Commission's new regulation aims to expedite deportations, improve coordination between member states, and introduce stricter measures for non-compliance.

The European Commission has introduced a new deportation regulation to address low compliance rates with existing return orders, which currently stand at less than 20%.
Key proposals include a European deportation order that mandates recognition of return decisions across all EU member states, supported by enhanced data-sharing systems.
The regulation introduces stricter compliance rules, including potential detention for up to two years for individuals deemed flight risks or security threats.
Plans for deportation centers in third countries have been proposed, though these face criticism from human rights groups over potential violations of European standards.
The proposal now moves to the European Parliament and member states for negotiation, with debates expected over its alignment with human rights and asylum principles.