A group of 22 European Union countries has backed a joint letter led by Italy and Denmark focused on tougher immigration measures. According to the report, the signatories want stronger protection at the EU’s external borders and faster procedures for expulsions.
The initiative points to continued pressure inside Europe over how to manage migration and returns. By gathering support from a large majority of member states, Italy and Denmark appear to be pushing for a firmer common line on border control and enforcement.
The report also notes that five EU countries did not sign the letter. Spain and France are named among the non-signatories, highlighting that important differences remain inside the bloc over how far immigration policy should shift toward stricter border and return measures.
Even from the limited details available, the letter suggests that migration remains a major political issue across the EU. The divide between the countries that signed and those that did not underlines the challenge of reaching a fully unified European approach on borders, asylum and expulsions.
