Tamás Deutsch attributed the scrutiny of Hungary to its defiance against political pressure and firm stance on migration.Continue reading
“Regardless of the migration pact adopted by MEPs, Hungary remains resolute in its stance on border closure, both legal and physical, to stem illegal immigration,” emphasized Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó during a public forum.
The Minister criticized the migration pact discussed in the European Parliament, stating it would “practically give the green light to illegal immigration.” Mr. Szijjártó warned against extending the Western European problem of yielding cultural identity to illegal migration into Central Europe, emphasizing Hungary’s commitment to safeguarding its borders and cultural integrity.
Fidesz MEP Balázs Hidvéghi echoed these sentiments, criticizing the proposed EU migration package for exacerbating Europe’s migration challenges and potentially fostering migrant ghettos.
He highlighted Hungary’s effective border control system based on legal and physical measures, contrasting it with the failed proposals within the legislative package.
Both Minister Szijjártó and Mr. Hidvéghi stressed Hungary’s firm stance against illegal immigration and rejection of Brussels’ pressure to compromise its sovereignty and security. They emphasized the importance of public opinion, citing Hungarian citizens’ clear opposition to illegal immigration in past referendums and parliamentary debates.
Their sentiments were echoed by other MEPs, including Jean-Paul Garraud (France), who criticized the proposed legislation for failing to address the root causes of immigration and accused its proponents of favoring mass immigration. Jorge Buxadé (Spain) highlighted the pressing issue of uncontrolled immigration in European societies and advocated for measures to effectively prevent illegal immigration and ensure deportation capabilities.
MEP Harald Vilimsky (Austria) emphasized the need to address illegal migration and its associated challenges, including terrorism, while calling for asylum assessments to be conducted in migrants’ regions of origin.
Polish MEP Patryk Jaki criticized the package for focusing solely on EU obligations towards migrants, neglecting migrants’ responsibilities to the European community and potentially benefiting traffickers with high fines for refusal.
The discussions underscored the divide within the European Parliament regarding migration policies, with some advocating for stricter measures to control immigration and protect national sovereignty, while others prioritize humanitarian concerns and advocate for a more inclusive approach.
Via MTI; Featured Image: Wikipedia