Germany is extending border controls with its neighbors for six more months as part of its new migration policy, according to Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt.
Germany has announced the extension of its border checks with neighboring countries for an additional six months, as confirmed by Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt in an interview with the tabloid Bild. Originally, these checks were scheduled to end on March 15, but the extension comes as part of Germany's evolving approach to migration policy, which has seen increased scrutiny of borders since the migration crisis began in 2015. Dobrindt emphasized that these measures are a critical element of Germany's new immigration strategy. The German police will implement random checks on borders with all neighboring countries at least until September 15. This decision reflects ongoing concerns surrounding illegal migration and the pressure on Germany's border security framework amid rising numbers of migrants entering Europe. Since 2015, Germany has maintained border controls, particularly with Austria, and in October 2023, it expanded these checks to include borders with the Czech Republic, Poland, and Switzerland. Historically, Germany has been a proponent of the Schengen Area's principle of free movement, but the current migration situation has necessitated these temporary measures to ensure national security and public safety amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.
