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, capable of limiting irregular entries and ensuring greater security for citizens.
The alignment carries particular political weight as it arises between two leaders from different political backgrounds. "Certainly, we do not agree on everything," they acknowledge, explaining 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 that allow for managing part 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 specifically highlight cases of irregular foreigners responsible for violent crimes, drug trafficking, or sexual assaults, calling for quicker and more effective responses.
The message also addresses the issue of integration. For 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 uphold the continent's Christian cultural heritage and reject the idea that lifestyles incompatible with those of host societies can be imposed.
"European citizens expect concrete actions," they emphasize, indicating that immigration management is one of the issues on which the Union will be called to demonstrate greater decisiveness.
The agreement between Rome and Copenhagen especially confirms a shift in the European debate: strengthening borders and repatriations is no longer a topic confined to the right. The position 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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