Frontex hosts high-level visit by EU Commission President and Belgian Prime Minister Frontex hosts high-level visit by EU Commission President and Belgian Prime Minister 2024-02-23 Frontex, was honoured to welcome Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and Alexander De Croo, Prime Minister of Belgium, to its headquarters today. This visit underscores the European Union’s and Frontex’s commitment to safeguarding the external borders while working together with Member States to promote human dignity and safety. Read more
Frontex and the United Kingdom strengthen border management cooperation Frontex and the United Kingdom strengthen border management cooperation 2024-02-23 Today, Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, and the United Kingdom’s Home Office signed a working arrangement to pave the way for close cooperation in border management and security. Read more
Frontex and EUAM Ukraine strengthen cooperation Frontex and EUAM Ukraine strengthen cooperation 2024-02-19 Today, Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, and the European Union Advisory Mission (EUAM) Ukraine agreed to strengthen their cooperation, which will contribute to combatting cross-border crime and dealing with irregular migration at the EU’s eastern borders. Read more
2023 In Brief - Our accomplishments and goals 2023 In Brief - Our accomplishments and goals 2024-02-16 24 operations, 2 500 EU border guards, 43 000 people rescued at sea and 39 000 people returned with our support. Read more
Irregular border crossings fall in January despite spike on Western African route Irregular border crossings fall in January despite spike on Western African route 2024-02-09 The number of irregular border crossings into the European Union fell to nearly 14 000 in January, down about one-third from December and was roughly in line with the total from the same month of last year. Read more
The pride of a border guard The pride of a border guard 2024-02-08 It took one border patrol for Michael to fall in love with the job. For him, border surveillance is a great school of patience, vigilance, and stamina. After 46 years in the German Federal Police and three years of long-term deployments with Frontex, Michael is about to take his well-deserved retirement. Frontex wishes to recognise his professionalism and dedication. Read more