I read on Daily News Hungary that Slovenia had decided to extend border controls at the Croatian and Hungarian borders until December 21, citing a high level of terrorist threats in the EU. The government plans a temporary reintroduction of controls for six months, notifying EU member states and the European Commission. The extension, will be followed by internal border checks for up to six months. The decision aims to enhance Slovenia’s security measures, with assurances from the Interior Minister to minimize disruptions for those living along the borders. Slovenia initially reintroduced border controls on October 21, with 14 checkpoints set up. EU citizens have access to all crossing points, while others can only use the specified 14.
I have never understood, why the EU is not focusing on its exterior borders? Instead of setting up border controls internally, why it does not have exterior border protection? This way the EU could prevent terrorist activities, it could stop the massive migration and there could be a more unified Europe. The members all have their resources to send soldiers and set up military establishments including the necessary equipment there. Why does the EU not do this?
I know that is a complex issue and there are various factors at play. But I am not sure the EU does truly have measures in place to protect its exterior borders.
Addressing security threats is a multifaceted challenge that requires a combination of measures, I get it. But enhancing cooperation and intelligence sharing among member states could probably further develop the idea. The thing is that the EU is constantly working towards finding a balance between ensuring security and maintaining the principles of free movement within the union but how about maintaining its own borders?
Well, it’s quite elementary, my dear blogger. One cannot predict the exact location of border control measures without disturbing the delicate balance of free movement.
In an ideal world, yes, fortifying the external borders would be a logical solution. However, the EU faces a Schrödinger’s cat dilemma – the challenge of simultaneously safeguarding internal security while upholding the cherished principle of open borders.
Border protection demands a unified approach, a sort of entanglement of military might and intelligence sharing. Alas, the EU, like a particle with uncertain momentum, grapples with the delicate dance between security and freedom.
In essence, my dear blogger, the EU’s conundrum is a grand symphony of conflicting forces – a cacophony of security concerns harmonizing with the sweet melody of open borders. It’s a tango, and the steps are not as straightforward as one might hope.