MIGNEX Policy Brief
Implications of the proposed solidarity mechanism on the EU returns system
If implemented with independent monitoring and adjusted as secondary solidarity support, the relocation of returnees can be a viable solidarity tool for effective and safe return of migrants in irregular situations across the EU.
Key takeaways
The Council’s approach on solidarity mechanism offers a simplified version of the Commission’s technical concept of return sponsorships.
Mutual recognition of return decisions by Member States should include effective Frontex and independent monitoring to ensure fundamental rights compliance.
The proposed solidarity mechanism should keep the mandatory relocation of asylum seekers as the primary and preferred option.
