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Commission Progress Report reflects a Europe in continued crisis mode

18th May 2018 | News

The Progress Report on the Implementation of the European Agenda on Migration from the European Commission, also including progress on the Commissions roadmap, reflects an EU in continued crisis mode with a strong focus on the number of arrivals and emphasis on...

New funding for Sahel confirms link between development efforts, security and migration control

2nd March 2018 | News

In the context of the High Level Conference on the Sahel, an international commitment of 414 million Euro’s was announced by the European Commission on February 23. The ambition of tackling root causes of instability and irregular migration resembles the focus areas...

Migrant control in the Western Balkans – EU borders on the move

23rd February 2018 | News

Migration control is a key-element in EU enlargement efforts in the Western Balkans. A draft status agreement on strengthened operational cooperation between the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex) and Albania has been announced by the European Commission...

Italy strengthens engagement in controversial migrant management initiatives in Libya

8th February 2018 | News

The Italian government has announced an additional 80 million euro investment in its African Fund to fight illegal migration and the deployment of troops in Libya “to combat illegal immigration and counter terrorism threats.” The deployment of troops is condemned as a...

NGO takes Italy to court over misappropriation of development funds directed to Libyan coastguards

24th November 2017 | News

The Italian NGO ASGI filed a suit against the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation before the Administrative Tribunal of Lazio (TAR) accusing the Ministry of misappropriation of funds and misuse of power in regards to Italy’s technical support of...