France and Italy Plan Joint Unit to Tackle Irregular Immigration

Michel Barnier and Retailleau to meet Italian ministers as France pushes for stricter immigration laws.

French and Italian governments aim to establish a cooperative unit by early 2025 to share intelligence on migrant smuggling networks.
Michel Barnier and Bruno Retailleau will visit Menton and Ventimiglia for discussions with Italian counterparts on immigration control.
The proposed French immigration law seeks to extend detention periods for irregular migrants from 90 to 210 days.
Critics argue the frequent introduction of new immigration laws adds complexity without effectively addressing migration challenges.
The European Commission has proposed a new law to expedite the expulsion of irregular migrants, aligning with France's stricter stance.