Over the last few years, migration has led to more disputes and disagreements within the EU. In addition, many are increasingly criticising the inhumane treatment of migrants at EU borders. I would therefore like to see an improvement in migration policy in the EU for the future.
At the political level, I want the Dublin agreement to be renewed so that a common asylum procedure between EU countries can be established and more secure means of escape can be developed. It also aims to ease the situation in the main neighbourhoods, such as Italy, Spain or Greece, and to ensure a fairer distribution of refugees according to the economic situation, the unemployment rate and already receiving migrants between countries. I hope that countries that have agreed to host Aquis refugees upon accession to the EU will also receive a fair share of refugees.
I would also like to see the integration of migrants improved so that they also have the opportunity to realise their potential and participate in society.
In addition, awareness-raising should increase the willingness to receive migrants. Prejudices, such as the removal of local jobs by migrants, lead to rejection and right-wing populist movements. I therefore find it very important to revise the EU’s refugee policy. Because because of the negative population growth in Europe, we need migration to preserve the intergenerational contract and our economic prosperity. A successful refugee policy and integration are essential for a better future.