Germany Strengthens Border Controls: A Strategic Move

Germany has extended its temporary border controls for an additional six months, a move announced by Chancellor Olaf Scholz, as the country addresses irregular migration ahead of the upcoming election.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Berlin | Updated: 12-02-2025 16:20 IST | Created: 12-02-2025 16:17 IST
Germany Strengthens Border Controls: A Strategic Move
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In a decisive move to address the issue of irregular migration, Germany has extended its temporary border controls for another six months, as announced by Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday.

This development comes just under two weeks before an election, emphasizing the government's effort to manage and regulate migration effectively.

The notification has been sent to the European Commission, indicating Germany's commitment to dealing with these migration challenges proactively. The extension signals a strategic approach by the Scholz administration to secure borders amidst ongoing electoral proceedings.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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