Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-000619/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Jorge Buxadé Villalba (PfE)
With the recent inauguration of US President Donald Trump, new measures and decrees have immediately been implemented to reinforce immigration policies. These measures include stricter border restrictions, the signing of agreements for the return of illegal immigrants to their countries of origin and a large deployment of troops to ensure compliance with these policies.
The situation in Europe is serious, specifically in Spain, where the number of irregular arrivals continues to increase. In 2024, these arrivals rose by 12.3 % compared to 2023. Crime and a lack of security in our streets are causing great concern among citizens, and the lack of effective mechanisms to manage this situation makes it difficult to find a solution to illegal immigration.
- 1.Does the Commission consider the current European policies robust enough to guarantee the effective control of our borders?
- 2.Is the Commission considering an update to the recently adopted Migration Pact to strengthen the mechanisms for the expulsion and return of irregular immigrants, and taking, as a reference, similar measures implemented in the US, such as the Laken Riley Act?
Submitted: 11.2.2025