Scholz continues strict border controls in Germany
Scholz referred to existing controls at Germany's borders with Switzerland, Austria, Czechia, and Poland, as well as the controls at the border with France, which were carried out during the Olympic Games. "In general, it is our intention to continue strictly controlling German borders," he said.
Economic migration is necessary and therefore desired. "But there are too many who come to us irregularly and claim to be seeking protection but cannot provide grounds for asylum and are then rejected," Scholz added.
Controls had been running at all German borders prior to last Friday. They were introduced for the Football European Championship in Germany and have since ended. The controls at the German-Polish, German-Czech, and German-Swiss borders have already been extended until mid-December, at the German-Austrian border until mid-November. The focus is mainly on containing irregular migration. The controls at the German-French border are still planned until September 30.
- The Saaarbrücken Newspaper reported on Olaf Scholz's comments regarding border control at the upcoming Olympic Games in Germany.
- Despite the conclusion of border controls after the Football European Championship, Scholz emphasized the importance of maintaining strict border control regulations.
- Scholz also mentioned the ongoing border control at Germany's frontier with France, scheduled to continue until September 30, aiming to manage irregular migration.
- The SPD leader suggested that future border control policies should focus on economic migration while addressing the issue of asylum seekers without valid grounds.
- In a nod to Germany's historical borders with France, Scholz discussed the necessity of collaborating with neighboring countries, such as the Czech Republic, Austria, and Switzerland, in maintaining control at their shared borders.
- Following the Olympic Games, Scholz expects border control discussions with neighboring countries like the Czech Republic and Austria to be conducted with a focus on aligning policies and standards, ensuring seamless movement while preserving border security.
