During a cabinet meeting, Italy's government, led by Giorgia Meloni, unveiled a range of stringent measures regarding immigration policy. This initiative aims to align Italian legislation with the new European Pact on Migration and Asylum, thus requiring parliamentary approval since the approach taken involved a draft law rather than a decree. The legal adjustments signal a significant shift in Italy’s immigration approach and reflect the growing focus on national security.

Among the key features of the new measures is the allowance for the cabinet to temporarily prohibit entry into Italian territorial waters in situations deemed to pose a serious threat to public order or national security. Such threats may include the infiltration of terrorists, extraordinary migration pressures, global health emergencies, and exceptional security requirements associated with international events. The prohibition period can range from one to six months, indicating a proactive stance by the government on immigration control.

These policy changes underscore Italy's commitment to tightening its immigration controls in response to both domestic pressures and broader European mandates. The implications of these measures could lead to further restrictions on asylum seekers and migrants and reflect the increasing politicization of immigration issues in Italy and across Europe. As the government awaits parliamentary action on these proposals, the shift in Italy's policy continues to draw attention from advocacy groups and international observers concerned about the humanitarian implications of such strict measures.