The situation of migrants in Europe has deteriorated, marked by push-backs, deaths, poor reception conditions and restrictive policies. The Commissioner focuses on improving the rights of migrants in line with states’ obligations under human rights law, including access to asylum and essential services.
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In outsourcing migration management, people’s human rights must never be overlooked
“Externalised migration policies carry human rights risks. As states prepare to launch new initiatives, now is the time for governments to take concrete action to prevent harm. Early scrutiny can reveal systemic weaknesses in cooperation agreements before they lead to violations. That’s why I am calling on states to demonstrate that they can overcome barriers to protect human rights in practice, and, if they are unable to do that, be prepared to step back from their plans” full article
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