Il Giornale reports on new asylum regulations proposed by the European Union, which emphasize common rules, quicker procedures, and an end to abuse in the asylum system. The initiative aims to ensure that those who genuinely suffer from wars, famines, and dictatorships receive protection while preventing others from taking advantage of the system. Under these changes, a streamlined procedure for recognizing asylum will be introduced that takes into account countries deemed 'safe', where individuals can be less likely exposed to persecution.

According to the new regulations, the EU defines a 'safe country' as one where individuals can demonstrate that they face no persecution or significant risks to their safety and fundamental rights. This affects applicants from countries such as Bangladesh, Colombia, Egypt, Kosovo, India, Morocco, and Tunisia, who will benefit from a faster tracking process when applying for asylum in Europe. The intent is to reduce backlogs and enhance the efficiency of processing legitimate claims, ensuring quicker resolution for those in need.

While the proposals have been well received for their potential to protect genuine refugees, they have also raised concerns about judicial authority and rights of appeal. Critics argue that a crackdown on so-called 'creative sentences' should not diminish the power judges hold in addressing asylum claims. The debate continues about balancing national interests against humanitarian responsibilities, in a landscape where the asylum system has become entwined with complex legal challenges and the business generated by refugee crises.