Prime Minister’s Chief Advisor Criticizes EU’s Response to Illegal Migration

Illegal migration is on the rise, and according to the Prime Minister’s Chief Advisor on Homeland Security, the European Union’s response has not effectively boosted security, but rather has only managed the migration wave.

György Bakondi highlighted that the aim of the “Soros-plan” is being realized, which means the annual reception and distribution of one million illegal immigrants among European countries. Last year alone, more than one million asylum applications were submitted.

Mr. Bakondi noted a significant backlog and congestion on the Balkan route, with arrivals from countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Iran, and more recently, Africa. Besides the allocation of migrants based on quotas, the European Parliament (EP) has enacted legislation to shield NGOs aiding migrants from criminal liability, even if they receive compensation.

He criticized this move, arguing that it undermines the rule of law.

The Chief Advisor pointed out that certain countries are not waiting for the EU’s response to change, and cited the agreement between Italy and Albania, where asylum applications are not accepted for those intercepted or rescued in non-Italian waters.

György Bakondi, the Prime Minister’s Chief Advisor on Homeland Security. Photo: MTI / Kovács Tamás

Highlighting the terrorist threat since 2015, Mr. Bakondi emphasized the security risk posed by the influx of unidentified young men into Europe, stressing the need for a security-focused approach over a social one.

He warned that migrants are becoming radicalized, especially in countries with a significant Muslim population.

Bakondi concluded by urging recognition of the threat posed by the uncontrolled influx of illegal migrants and expressed hope for a renewed focus on border security by the new European Parliament majority after the 2024 EP elections.