Skip to Content

Virus and migrant worries spur EU to toughen border rules

KIFI

By LORNE COOK
Associated Press

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union is revamping the rules governing the movement of people and goods into and around Europe. It comes as coronavirus restrictions and fears over a “hybrid attack” from Belarus using migrants are straining Europe’s passport-free travel area. The Schengen travel zone includes 26 countries, four of them outside the EU. The removal of border controls between them has been a boon for business, trade and travel. But the system has been creaking since 2015, when over 1 million people entered the EU without authorization. European Commission Vice-President Margaritis Schinas says the new proposals are “a balanced, necessary step” aimed at saving Schengen. They must be endorsed by EU countries and lawmakers to take effect.

Article Topic Follows: AP National Business

Jump to comments ↓

Author Profile Photo

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KIFI Local News 8 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.

Skip to content