Brussels, June 23 (LaPresse) – “In order to accelerate the implementation of certain aspects of the Pact, the Commission has also proposed to bring forward two key elements: first, the possibility to apply the accelerated or border procedure to applicants coming from third countries with a recognition rate equal to or lower than 20%; and second, the possibility to designate safe countries of origin and safe third countries with exceptions, granting Member States greater flexibility by allowing the exclusion of specific regions or clearly identifiable categories of persons.”
This is what European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wrote in her regular letter on migration sent to EU leaders ahead of the European Council.
“The same applies,” she added, “to the proposed common European return system, which is a key component of the entire architecture as it enables accelerated returns by creating a seamless link between the different phases of the migration process. To effectively manage migration and ensure sustainable implementation of the Pact, our legislative and operational frameworks must be complemented by increased efforts to strengthen partnerships and comprehensive cooperation on migration. We continue to work on the external dimension of migration policy through global and mutually beneficial partnerships with third countries, following a whole-route approach.”
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