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Europe’s migratory situation: Irregular crossings down 12% in first quarter

Europe’s migratory situation: Irregular crossings down 12% in first quarter

2024-04-15

The number of irregular border crossings into the European Union in the first three months of 2024 was down 12% due to a significant drop in arrivals via the Central Mediterranean, according to preliminary calculations.

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Frontex is building an expert group on foresight for the Strategic Risk Analysis - DEADLINE EXTENDED

Frontex is building an expert group on foresight for the Strategic Risk Analysis - DEADLINE EXTENDED

2024-04-02

Frontex launches a call for expression of interest from academic institutions, research institutes, think tanks and institutions which can become members of a technical expert group on Strategic Risk Analysis.

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Interview with Deputy Executive Director Uku Särekanno

Interview with Deputy Executive Director Uku Särekanno

2024-03-27

Digitisation has long been the cornerstone of European border management. It comes, however, with both challenges and opportunities. To address concerns related to the integration of cutting-edge technologies in the EU’s external border controls and stay abreast of the latest developments in this domain, we spoke with Deputy Executive Director Uku Särekanno who oversees administration and information management at Frontex.

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Frontex Annual Brief: Comprehensive Overview and Outlook for 2024

Frontex Annual Brief: Comprehensive Overview and Outlook for 2024

2024-03-20

Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, released its Annual Brief, providing an in-depth analysis of the migratory situation facing Europe and forecasting trends for 2024.

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Irregular border crossings down in Central Med, up in Eastern Med and Western Africa

Irregular border crossings down in Central Med, up in Eastern Med and Western Africa

2024-03-13

The number of irregular border crossings into the European Union in the first two months of 2024 reached 31 200, similar to the level from a year ago, according to preliminary calculations. The Central Mediterranean saw the biggest drop in detections of irregular crossings among the major routes (-70%).

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Frontex strengthens partnership with EU's Fundamental Rights Agency

Frontex strengthens partnership with EU's Fundamental Rights Agency

2024-03-12

Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, is pleased to announce the signing of a renewed Working Arrangement with the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights today.

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