Giorgia Meloni and Mette Frederiksen are joining forces on immigration. In a joint message published on social media, the Italian Prime Minister and the Danish Prime Minister call for a stricter European policy to limit irregular entries and ensure greater security for citizens.
The alignment holds particular political weight as it arises between two leaders from different political backgrounds. 'Certainly, we do not agree on everything,' they acknowledge, but explain that they are united by the desire to 'defend Europe' and its social model.
Among the proposals put forward by the two prime ministers is the creation of repatriation centers in third countries, along with other solutions to manage some of the procedures related to migrants without residency rights outside the Union.
Meloni and Frederiksen argue that ineffective management of irregular flows can have consequences on security, public services, and citizens' trust. In their statement, they particularly highlight cases of irregular foreigners responsible for violent crimes, drug trafficking, or sexual violence, calling for quicker and more effective responses.
The message also addresses the issue of integration. According to the two leaders, those who choose to live permanently in Europe must respect not only its laws but also its fundamental principles. Meloni and Frederiksen also assert the Christian cultural heritage of the continent and reject the imposition of lifestyles incompatible with those of host societies.
'European citizens expect concrete actions,' they emphasize, indicating that immigration management is one of the issues on which the Union will need to demonstrate greater decisiveness.
The agreement between Rome and Copenhagen mainly confirms a shift in the European debate: strengthening borders and repatriations is no longer a topic confined to the right. The stance of the social democrat Frederiksen shows how a restrictive line on immigration has found space even in sectors of the European left, creating new convergences between traditionally distant governments.
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