Olaf Scholz Faces Call for Collaborative Asylum Policy Changes
Olaf Scholz Pressured to Act on Asylum Policies
In light of the recent Solingen terrorist attack, Friedrich Merz, the opposition leader, has extended an invitation to Chancellor Olaf Scholz for a united approach to reform asylum laws. Merz suggests declaring a national emergency to control and limit immigration flows into Germany.
Legislative Measures Proposed
Merz outlines that according to European Dublin regulations, asylum requests should be processed where migrants first enter Europe, allowing the possibility of rejecting migrants at Germany's borders. He insists that these reforms should be pursued as a coalition effort, particularly between the Union and SPD.
- Merz clarifies that this is not a call for coalition inclusion.
- He emphasizes the urgency of passing necessary legal amendments swiftly.
- Proposed changes include adjustments to residence rights and federal police laws.
Anticipation of Scholz's Response
Merz expresses optimism regarding Scholz’s potential agreement and insists that the Chancellor should collaborate rather than merely describe challenges. While Scholz has not definitively committed, he has promised to consider Merz's suggestions promptly.
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