Austria on Thursday called on Germany to respect EU border law, as German police stepped up checks.
Germany’s neighbours have voiced concern at Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s plans to increase checks at the country’s borders and turn away ayslum seekers, a policy which critics have argued contravenes EU law.
While Vienna has outlined its support for a tighter line on immigration, it has warned the new administration – which took office on Wednesday in Berlin – against breaching EU laws.
“Austria generally welcomes Germany’s endeavours in the fight against the smuggling mafia and illegal migration,” the Austrian Interior Ministry said on Thursday. “We assume that German authorities will adhere to the European legal order in all measures that are taken.”
German police officers stand during border controls at the Breitenau police station on Highway 17 near the German-Czech border. The Pirna Police Headquarters has tightened controls at the borders with the Czech Republic and Poland. Sebastian Kahnert/dpa
German police officers conduct border checks at the Breitenau station on Highway 17 near the German-Czech border. The Pirna Police Headquarters has tightened controls at the borders with the Czech Republic and Poland. Sebastian Kahnert/dpa
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