The European Parliament today adopted ten legislative texts to reform European migration and asylum policy as agreed with EU member states.
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Asylum claims to be examined more quickly, including at the EU’s borders, and more effective returns
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Improved identification at arrival; mandatory security, vulnerability and health checks for people entering the EU irregularly
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Member states can choose between taking responsibility for asylum applicants , making financial contributions, or providing operational support
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Better response during crisis situations and new voluntary scheme for the resettlement of refugees from third countries.
- Source: EP Valletta
