The new asylum reform is coming into effect. Are the EU member states ready?

Friday, Jun 12, 2026

Der Standard

New EU asylum reform rules take effect, raising concerns about member state readiness and border facilities.

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The new asylum reform, which represents the most profound change in European refugee policy in decades, is taking effect with new rules under the Common European Asylum System (CEAS). However, preparations are lagging in some member states, and there are concerns about the potential establishment of detention-like facilities at EU external borders.

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