Migration Policy: Greece Eyes Active Role in Africa-Based Return Hubs – Strategic Shift Underway
Minister Thanos Plevris highlights Greece’s proactive approach to controlling illegal flows and managing migrant returns abroad
Minister Thanos Plevris highlights Greece’s proactive approach to controlling illegal flows and managing migrant returns abroad
Athens blocks refugee returns from Germany as the EU prepares for stricter Dublin rules in 2026.
Demographics threaten jobs, growth, and pensions – Migration and Plevris’ policies become imperative
With up to 50% reductions in housing, food, and financial aid, the Greek government reallocates funds to professional training and integration programs for asylum seekers
Significant drop in migration flows following asylum suspension legislation
“Since the day we passed the amendment, about 20 days ago, the total number of arrivals has been under 800, whereas before the amendment we were seeing over 800 arrivals daily,” Plevris stated.
Daily Mail hails Greece’s crackdown on illegal migration via Crete as a model for the UK – Minister Plevris warns: the era of soft asylum policies is over
Addressing questions from Dimitris Natsios of the “Niki” party and Alexandros Kazamias of Plefsi Eleftherias, Plevris outlined measures to curb rising migratory flows, particularly to Crete.
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The asylum seeker explained that the Migration Ministry is not a hotel—he applied for asylum, receives food and shelter, a €75 monthly allowance, and, if granted asylum, he will be entitled to further benefits