EU Council Summit: “Different Atmosphere” on Migration
European leaders are now talking about measures that used to be taboo, like external deportation hubs, and most are “very pleased” that the tides are finally turning.
European leaders are now talking about measures that used to be taboo, like external deportation hubs, and most are “very pleased” that the tides are finally turning.
Facing increasing pressure from immigration, the Netherlands wants greater flexibility. But the Brussels establishment remains unyielding.
Budapest’s conservative government is following in the footsteps of the right-wing Dutch cabinet.
The withdrawal would mean a treaty change, requiring unanimous support from all member states.
The European Commission must now decide whether it will attempt to sway Hungary to amend the legislation, do away with it entirely, or call on the Luxembourg-based court to level fines.
As migration continues and support for right-wing populists and national conservatives continues to grow, establishment Eurocrats move closer to positions previously only articulated by national Right parties.
Policies for increasing the return of migrants and restricting visas for non-compliant countries are on the table as the EU tackles its highest migration numbers since 2016.
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