The Netherlands is seeking an opt-out from the European Union’s common migration and asylum policy, according to Dutch Migration Minister Marjolein Faber. The request comes after the formation of a right-wing coalition government, led by Geert Wilders’ Party for Freedom (PVV), which has announced plans for the strictest asylum regime in the country’s history. If approved, this would allow the Netherlands to regain control over its asylum policies, similar to Denmark’s position outside the EU’s common framework. The proposal is expected to face significant legal and political challenges, as it requires the unanimous agreement of all 27 EU member states.
Europeans: We want generous social benefits! But don’t raise our taxes. Also we’ve stopped having kids because it kind of kills “the vibe” of being forever 25 years old and just partying. Also no immigrants! And also yes we’d like to retire at 60.
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The Netherlands is seeking an opt-out from the European Union’s common migration and asylum policy, according to Dutch Migration Minister Marjolein Faber. The request comes after the formation of a right-wing coalition government, led by Geert Wilders’ Party for Freedom (PVV), which has announced plans for the strictest asylum regime in the country’s history. If approved, this would allow the Netherlands to regain control over its asylum policies, similar to Denmark’s position outside the EU’s common framework. The proposal is expected to face significant legal and political challenges, as it requires the unanimous agreement of all 27 EU member states.
Europeans: We want generous social benefits! But don’t raise our taxes. Also we’ve stopped having kids because it kind of kills “the vibe” of being forever 25 years old and just partying. Also no immigrants! And also yes we’d like to retire at 60.
Something’s gotta give, guys.
UK was ahead of the curve