Scholz declares intent for dialogues with the opposition regarding Solingen issue
Following the gathering between Olaf Scholz and Friedrich Merz, additional discussions between the administration and opposition are scheduled. Nancy Faeser, the Federal Interior Minister, is supposed to distribute invitations for these discussions shortly. The objective isn't to transition to the next subject, as affirmed by the Federal Chancellor.
After the brutal assault in Solingen, Olaf Scholz declared talks with the federal states and the Union regarding the implications. Nancy Faeser has expressed her intention to "invite, within the near future, a representative from the chair and co-chair of the Minister Presidents' Conference, representatives of the major opposition party, and the relevant federal ministries to private and concentrated discussions on this matter," she declared following a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Berlin.
These discussions will zero in on the expulsion of denied asylum seekers to their native lands, combating Islamic terrorism, and gun control regulations. Proposals from the federal states and the Union will also be considered.
Despite a 25% surge in deportations during the first half of the year compared to the preceding year, Scholz pointed out this is still insufficient. "Consequently, the federal government will proceed with its efforts to curb unlawful immigration further. This includes implementing new legal regulations which we in the federal government have been meticulously planning since the weekend. These primarily involve strengthening gun laws, measures against violent Islamism, and residence-related measures, particularly to expedite deportations," he highlighted.
Friedrich Merz, the opposition leader, proposed collaboration with Scholz in revising migration policy on Tuesday. He suggested designating representatives from both the administration and the Union, but excluding the federal states. The Union faction's parliamentary business manager, Thorsten Frei, is reportedly Merz's choice to attend these discussions.
The Commission will undoubtedly be involved in the discussions about revising migration policy, as proposed by Friedrich Merz, considering his suggestion for representatives from both the administration and the Union. Following these discussions, the Commission's role may involve implementing the agreed-upon measures, such as strengthening gun laws and expediting deportations.
