EU external borders: Irregular crossings down 40%; Western African route at record high

2024-12-13

In the first 11 months of 2024, irregular border crossings into the European Union dropped by 40%, to 220 700, according to preliminary data collected by Frontex.

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News Release, 2024-12-09

Frontex launch of new operational command structure in Greece and Cyprus

Frontex launch of new operational command structure in Greece and Cyprus

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Frontex launch of new operational command structure in Greece and Cyprus

2024-12-09

(Alexandroupolis) 28 November, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency has reached a significant milestone and reinforced the cooperation with Member States towards a stronger and more effective operational command structure in Greece and Cyprus.

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News Release, 2024-12-05

Prize Award Contest on Copernicus Border Surveillance Service Evolution

Prize Award Contest on Copernicus Border Surveillance Service Evolution

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Prize Award Contest on Copernicus Border Surveillance Service Evolution

2024-12-05

The European Border and Coast Guard Regulation entrusts Frontex to ensure European Integrated Border Management (EIBM) at the external borders of the European Union, with the overall aim to tackle irregular migration and cross border illicit activities.

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News Release, 2024-12-05

Frontex teams up with 12 countries in Europe to crack down on smugglers

Frontex teams up with 12 countries in Europe to crack down on smugglers

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Frontex teams up with 12 countries in Europe to crack down on smugglers

2024-12-05

Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, led 12 European countries and international partners in a coordinated effort to tackle the increasingly sophisticated criminal groups involved in the smuggling of goods across European borders.

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