Baerbock criticizes demand for outsourcing asylum procedures in Rwanda
These are "theoretical discussions" that distract from the real task - the implementation of a common European asylum policy, criticized Baerbock. The debate about the Rwanda model is being driven forward in Germany by those who "obviously do not want to find solutions in reality and practice".
Following the meeting with Baerbock, Rwandan Foreign Minister Vincent Biruta expressed his openness to extending asylum cooperation, which has so far been limited to the UK, to other countries. When asked whether Rwanda would also be prepared to cooperate with Germany in this way, Biruta said: "Rwanda is ready to work with any partner to solve the global migration crisis."
Rwanda recently concluded a controversial agreement with the UK: In order to deter migrants, the British government wants to send irregular arrivals to the African country in future without examining their asylum application. A return to the UK is not planned. Rwanda is to be paid for taking them in. However, no transfer to Rwanda has yet taken place due to judicial intervention. Critics see a violation of international law.
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- Baerbock's critique of the proposed outsourcing of asylum procedures to Rwanda has attracted significant attention, with many questioning the legality and morality of such a move.
- Some critics argue that outsourcing asylum procedures to countries like Rwanda transfers responsibility and cost-burden from wealthier European nations to less developed countries, a practice that has been heavily criticized.
- Despite the controversy, the UK's deal with Rwanda has not yet been fully implemented, with legal challenges delaying the planned transfers of asylum seekers.
- Annalena Baerbock, the German Green Party leader, has been a vocal critic of the Rwanda model and has called for a common European asylum policy rather than outsourcing responsibilities to other countries.
- Following her meeting with Rwandan Foreign Minister Vincent Biruta, Baerbock expressed her doubts about the Rwanda model and urged the EU to seek a comprehensive solution to the migration crisis.
- Great Britain is not the only European country considering outsourcing asylum procedures to Rwanda, with some German politicians also advocating for the move as a way to address the growing number of asylum seekers.
- Baerbock has also raised concerns about the treatment of asylum seekers in Rwanda and the potential impact of the deal on Rwanda's relationship with the European Union, arguing that it may deter countries from offering asylum to refugees in need.
Source: www.stern.de
