The Bavarian border police reported a significant decrease in illegal entries, dropping by more than 20% compared to the previous year, with a total of 1,902 cases documented.
In a recent announcement, the Bavarian border police, alongside federal police officials, reported a substantial reduction in the number of unauthorized entries into Bavaria. In 2024, there were 2,385 reported cases, while the latest data revealed a drop to 1,902 cases, marking a decrease of over 20%. Minister President Markus Söder and Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann, both members of the CSU party, presented these statistics at a border crossing point in Waidhaus, emphasizing the effectiveness of their border controls.
Interior Minister Herrmann stressed that these figures are a clear indication of the success of border control measures in curbing illegal migration. He noted that the Bavarian border police had also seen significant success in combating human smuggling and the trafficking of weapons and drugs, with cases of human smugglers falling by over 34% to just 105. This suggests enhanced operational capabilities and a more robust response to transnational crime, affecting both local safety and security.
This trend in decreased illegal entries reflects broader national and regional efforts to tighten immigration policies and border security. As Germany continues to grapple with the complexities of migration and socio-political debates around it, these figures may influence future policy discussions, particularly regarding resources allocated to border enforcement and humanitarian considerations surrounding asylum seekers. The narrative of success in border control thus not only impacts local governance in Bavaria but also plays a part in shaping the national dialogue on migration management.
