Preserving Schengen: A Call to Combat Migrant Smuggling

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized the importance of preserving the EU's Schengen area for free movement. However, he stated that this initiative's success relies on preventing its abuse by criminals involved in migrant smuggling. This was discussed during a conference with Luxembourg's counterpart.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has emphasized the importance of maintaining the EU's Schengen area, which facilitates free movement across member states.

Merz stressed that the sustainability of such freedom hinges on addressing and eradicating abuses by criminal elements, especially those engaged in smuggling migrants.

His remarks were made during a joint news conference with Luxembourg's counterpart, where they discussed collaborative measures to ensure the Schengen area's integrity.

(With inputs from agencies.)