The Italian government is preparing to present a new immigration law aimed at tightening controls over illegal immigration. This legislation is expected to include a naval blockade aimed at preventing boat arrivals and stricter rules concerning family reunifications. The draft law follows Italy’s commitment to align its immigration policies with the new European Pact on Asylum and Migration and will also incorporate elements withdrawn from recent security legislation.

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has emphasized the urgency of addressing illegal immigration, suggesting that the upcoming law will contain crucial measures to tackle this issue. The specifics of the naval blockade and additional immigration measures remain uncertain. Still, the Interior Minister, Matteo Piantedosi, has hinted at an intention to implement a naval blockade, a contentious proposal aimed at intercepting vessels before they reach Italian shores.

This initiative comes amid rising tensions in Italy regarding immigration, which has been a significant political topic. The government's focus on stringent measures reflects broader trends in European immigration policy and highlights Italy's challenges in dealing with migration from North Africa. As the law progresses through legislative stages, its implications for asylum seekers and Italy’s international obligations will likely be scrutinized by both domestic and European observers.