Conference on the Future of Europe European Citizens’ Panel 4: “EU in the World / Migration” RECOMMENDATIONS ADOPTED BY THE PANEL

 Conference on the Future of Europe

European Citizens’ Panel 4:

“EU in the World / Migration”

RECOMMENDATIONS ADOPTED BY THE PANEL (TO BE TAKEN FORWARD TO 

THE PLENARY)

Stream 1 Self-reliance and Stability

Substream 1.1 Autonomy of the EU

1. We recommend that strategic products from European fabrication (such as 

agricultural products, semiconductors, medical products, innovative digital 

and environmental technologies) should be better promoted and financially 

supported to keep them available and affordable to European consumers and 

reduce dependencies from outside Europe to the largest possible extent. This 

support could include structural and regional policies, support to keep 

industries and supply chains within the EU, tax breaks, subsidies, an active SME 

policy as well as education programs to keep related qualifications and jobs in 

Europe. However, active industrial policy should be selective and focused on 

innovative products or those that are relevant to secure basic needs and 

services.

We recommend this because Europe has entered too many dependencies from 

outside Europe in key areas that have potential for diplomatic conflicts and 

could result in shortcomings of basic or strategically relevant products or 

services. As production costs in the EU are often higher than in other parts of 

the world, more active promotion and support of these products will enable and 

incentivise Europeans to buy competitive European products. It will also 

strengthen European competitiveness and keep future-oriented industries and 

jobs in Europe. Stronger regionalisation of production will also reduce transport 

costs and environmental damages.

2. We recommend that the EU reduce dependencies from oil and gas imports. 

This should be done by actively supporting public transport and energy 

efficiency projects, a Europe wide high speed rail and freight network, the 

expansion of clean and renewable energy provision (in particular in solar and 

wind) and alternative technologies (such as hydrogen or waste-to-energy). The 

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EU should also promote the cultural change from the individual car towards 

public transport, e-car sharing and biking.

We recommend this because it creates a win-win situation both for the 

autonomy of Europe from external dependencies as well as ambitious climate 

and CO2 reduction targets. It will also allow for Europe to become a strong 

player in future-oriented technologies, strengthen its economy and create jobs.

3. We recommend a law is passed at EU level in order to ensure that all EU 

production and supply processes and the goods which are imported, comply 

with qualitative, ethical, sustainable and all applicable human rights European 

standards; offering certification for products abiding by this law.

We recommend this as it helps both consumers and traders to be able to easily 

access information about the products they are buying/trading. This is achieved 

through checking the certification system; certification also helps to reduce the 

gap between cheap and expensive products available on the market. The cheap 

products will not meet the required standard and therefore cannot pass as being 

of good quality. Qualification for this certification would serve to protect the 

environment, saving resources and promoting responsible consumption.

4. We recommend the implementation of a European-wide programme to 

support small local producers from strategic sectors across all Member States. 

These producers would be professionally trained, financially supported 

through subsidies and encouraged to produce (where raw materials are 

available in the EU) more goods fulfilling requirements at the expense of 

imports.

We recommend this because by supporting EU based producers in strategic 

sectors, the EU can reach economic autonomy across these sectors. This could 

only serve to strengthen the entire production process thus promoting 

innovation. This would lead to more sustainable production of raw materials in 

the EU, reducing transport costs and serving to protect the environment.

5. We recommend to improve the implementation of human rights at a European 

level through: Raising awareness in countries that do not comply, at the 

required extent, with ECHR (European Convention of Human Rights) or the 

Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms; a 

strict control, coordinated by the EU and the Justice Scoreboard, of the extent 

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to which human rights are respected among Member States and a strong 

enforcement of compliance through different types of sanctions.

We recommend this because human rights have already been agreed upon by 

the Member States when ratifying the European Convention of Human Rights, 

now being necessary to increase the acceptance in each individual state in order 

to make sure human rights are actively known and implemented in these 

Member States.

6. We recommend a revision and an intense communication campaign at a cross 

European level to be initiated in order for EURES (European Employment 

Services), the EU Immigration Portal and the EU Skills Profile Tool for Third 

Country Nationals to be better known by European citizens and more 

frequently accessed by EU companies in order to advertise and publicise their 

vacancies.

We recommend to not create a new online platform advertising job 

opportunities for European youth. There are more than enough similar 

initiatives which already exist at a European level. We believe enhancing what 

already exists is the key to promoting the existing workforce and employment 

opportunities at a European level.

Substream 1.2 Borders

7. We recommend that a system for labour migration into the EU that is based 

on the real needs of the European labour markets is created. There should be 

a unified recognition system of professional and academic diplomas from 

outside and within the EU. There should be professional qualification offers as 

well as cultural and linguistic integration offers for qualified migrants. Asylum 

seekers with relevant qualifications should be given access to the labour 

market. There should be an integrated agency for which the European 

Cooperation Network of Employment Services could be the basis.

We recommend this because Europe needs qualified labour in certain areas that 

cannot be fully covered internally. Currently, there are not enough viable ways 

to legally apply for a work permit in the EU. A European wide recognition system 

for professional and academic diplomas will facilitate covering these needs and 

enable more simplified labour migration within and from outside the EU. 

Employment gaps could be filled more effectively and uncontrolled migration 

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better managed. Opening the system of labour migration to asylum seekers 

could help accelerate their integration into European economies and societies.

8. We recommend that the European Union expands its legislation to assign 

more power and independence to Frontex. This enables them to intervene in 

all Member States so that they can ensure the protection of all external 

borders of the EU. However, the EU should organise process audits on the 

organisation of Frontex, as full transparency is needed in the functioning of 

Frontex to avoid all kinds of abuses.

We recommend this because we find it unacceptable that Frontex can be denied 

access to the borders, particularly in situations where human rights are violated. 

We want to ensure that Frontex implements European legislation. Frontex itself 

must be controlled and checked to prevent inappropriate behaviour within the 

organisation.

9. We recommend that the European Union organises, specifically for economic 

migrants, the possibility of screening citizens (on proven skills, background, 

etc.) in the country of departure; this is to determine who is eligible to come 

and work in the EU, depending on the economic needs/vacancies of the host 

country. These screening criteria must be public and consultable by everyone. 

This can be realised by creating an (online) European Agency for Immigration.

We recommend this because in this way people do not have to cross the border 

illegally. There would be a controlled flow of people who enter the EU, which 

results in a decrease in the pressure at the borders. At the same time, this 

facilitates the fulfilment of job vacancies in the host countries.

10.We recommend that the European Union ensures that the welcoming policy 

and facilities at each border are the same, respecting human rights and 

guaranteeing the safety and health of all migrants (for example pregnant 

women and children).

We recommend this because we highly value the fair and equal treatment of 

migrants at all borders. We want to prevent migrants from staying too long at 

the borders and Member States becoming overwhelmed with the inflow of 

migrants. Member States must all be well-equipped to welcome them.

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Stream 2: The EU as an International Partner

Substream 2.1 Trade and Relations in an Ethical Perspective

11.We recommend that the EU enforces restrictions on the import of products 

from countries that allow child labour. This should be done through a blacklist 

of companies that is periodically updated according to current conditions. We 

furthermore recommend to ensure gradual access to schooling for children 

leaving the workforce and to promote consumer awareness on child labour 

through information made by official EU channels, e.g. campaigns and 

storytelling.

We recommend this because we recognize the link between the lack of access 

to schooling and the presence of child labour. Through this recommendation we 

want to raise awareness of the consumers, to reduce the demand for products 

made by child labour, so that the practice can eventually be abolished.

12.We recommend that the EU establishes partnerships with developing 

countries, supporting their infrastructure and sharing competences in 

exchange for mutually favorable trade deals to aid them in the transition 

towards green energy sources.

We recommend this in order to facilitate the transition to renewable energy 

sources in developing countries through trade partnerships and diplomatic 

agreements. This would establish good long-term relationships between the EU 

and developing countries, and it would contribute to the fight against climate 

change.

13.We recommend that the EU introduces a mandatory eco-score to be displayed 

on the front of all products that can be bought by the general consumer. The 

eco-score would be calculated according to emissions from production and 

transportation, as well as harmful content, based on a list of hazardous 

products. The eco-score should be managed and monitored by an EU 

authority.

We recommend this in order to make the EU consumer more aware of the 

environmental footprint of the products they buy. The eco-score would be an 

EU-wide scaling method, to easily show how eco-friendly a product is. The eco-

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score should include a QR code on the back of a product, providing further 

information on its environmental footprint.

Substream 2.2 International Climate Action

14.We recommend that the European Union adopts a strategy in order to be more 

autonomous in its energy production. A European body integrating the 

existing European energy institutions should coordinate the development of 

renewable energies depending on the needs, capacity and resources of 

Member States while respecting their sovereignty. The institutions would 

promote knowledge sharing between them to implement this strategy.

We recommend it because the current dependency makes us vulnerable in 

situations of political tensions with countries we import from. We see it with the 

current electricity crisis. However, this coordination should respect every 

country's sovereignty.

15.We recommend higher environmental standards for the export of waste inside 

and outside of the EU and more stringent controls and sanctions to stop illegal 

exports. The EU should incentivise the Member States more to recycle their 

own waste and use it for energy production.

We recommend it in order to stop environmental damage when some countries 

get rid of their waste at the expense of others, especially when this is done 

outside of any environmental standards.

16.We recommend that the EU encourages the ongoing environmental transition 

in a stronger way by setting a goal of eliminating polluting packaging. This 

would involve promoting less packaging or more environmentally-friendly 

packaging. To ensure that smaller companies can adapt, help and adjustments 

should be provided.

We recommend it because we need to reduce the use of natural resources, 

especially raw materials from outside the EU. We also need to reduce the harm 

done by Europeans to our planet and its climate. Increased support to small 

companies is critical to ensure they can adapt without increasing their prices.

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17.We recommend that countries of the European Union, together, look into the 

question of nuclear energy more seriously. There should be increased 

collaboration around the assessment of the use of nuclear power and its role 

in the transition that Europe needs to achieve towards green energy.

We recommend it because the nuclear question cannot be solved by one 

country. There are currently over a hundred reactors in half of the Member 

States, and more are under construction. Since we share a common electricity 

grid, the low-carbon electricity they produce benefits all Europeans and 

increases our continent's energy autonomy. In addition, exposed nuclear waste 

or an accident would affect several countries. No matter what choice is made on 

whether to use nuclear energy or not, Europeans should discuss it together and 

build more converging strategies while respecting national sovereignties.

Substream 2.3 Promotion of European Values

18.The EU should be closer to the citizens. We recommend that the EU creates 

and strengthens links with citizens and local institutions, such as local 

governments, schools, and municipalities. This should be done in order to 

improve transparency, reach the citizens and communicate better with them 

about concrete EU initiatives and general EU information.

We recommend this because current EU information is not accessible enough to 

all groups in society and does not reach ordinary citizens. It is often boring, 

difficult to understand and not user-friendly. This must change to ensure that 

citizens have a clear vision of the EU’s role and actions. To spark interest, EU 

information needs to be easier to find, motivating, exciting and in everyday 

language. Our suggestions are: School visits by EU politicians, radio, podcasts, 

direct post, press, bus campaigns, social media, local citizen assemblies and 

creating a special task force to improve EU communication. These measures will 

allow the citizens to get EU information that is not filtered through national 

media.

19.We recommend stronger citizen participation in EU politics. We propose direct 

citizens’ involvement events, similar to the Conference on the Future of 

Europe. They should be organised on a national, local and European level. The 

EU should provide a coherent strategy and central directions for these events.

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We recommend this because such participatory democracy events will provide 

correct information about the EU, as well as improve the quality of EU policies. 

The events should be organised in order to promote core values of the EU -

democracy and citizen participation. These events would provide an opportunity 

for the politicians to show the citizens that they find it important that citizens 

are aware of current events and should be involved in shaping them. Centralised 

guidelines will give the national and local Conferences a coherent and uniform 

shape.

Stream 3: A Strong EU in a Peaceful World

Substream 3.1 Security and Defence

20.We recommend that a future ‘Joint Armed Forces of the European Union’ shall 

predominantly be used for self-defence purposes. Aggressive military action 

of any kind is precluded. Within Europe, this would entail a capacity to provide 

support in times of crises such as in the case of natural catastrophes. Outside 

European borders this would provide the capacity to be deployed in territories 

in exceptional circumstances and exclusively under a respective legal mandate 

from the United Nations Security Council and thus in compliance with 

international law.

Were this recommendation implemented it would allow the European Union to 

be perceived as a credible, responsible, strong and peaceful partner on the 

international stage. Its enhanced capacity to respond to critical situations both 

internally and externally is thus expected to protect its fundamental values.

Substream 3.2 Decision-making and EU Foreign Policy

21.We recommend that all issues decided by way of unanimity are changed to be 

decided by way of a qualified majority. The only exceptions should be the 

admission of new membership to the EU and changes to the fundamental 

principles of the EU as stated in Art. 2 of the Lisbon Treaty and the Charter of 

Fundamental Rights of the European Union.

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This will consolidate the position of the EU in the world by presenting a united 

front towards third countries and agilise its response in general and in particular 

in crisis situations.

22.We recommend that the European Union strengthen its ability to sanction 

Member States, governments, entities, groups or organisations as well as 

individuals that do not comply with its fundamental principles, agreements 

and laws. It is imperative to make sure that the sanctions that already exist are 

quickly implemented and enforced. Sanctions against third countries should 

be proportional to the action that triggered it and be effective and applied in 

due time.

In order for the EU to be credible and reliable, it has to apply sanctions to those 

who infringe upon its principles. These sanctions should be readily and actively 

enforced and verified.

Substream 3.3 Neighbouring Countries and Enlargement

23.We recommend that the European Union allocate a specific budget to develop 

educational programmes on the functioning of the EU and its values. Then it 

will be proposed to the Member States that wish that they can integrate them 

into their school curricula (primary, secondary schools, and universities). In 

addition, a specific course on the EU and its functioning could be offered to 

students wishing to study in another European country through the Erasmus 

programme. Students choosing this course would be given priority in the 

allocation of said Erasmus programmes.

We recommend this to strengthen the sense of belonging to the EU. This will 

enable citizens to better identify with the EU and transmit its values. Moreover, 

it will also improve transparency regarding the functioning of the EU, the 

benefits of being part of it, and the fight against anti-European movements. This 

should act as a deterrent to Member States leaving the EU.

24.We recommend that the EU makes greater use of its political and economic 

weight in its relations with other countries to prevent certain Member States 

from undergoing bilateral economic, political and social pressures.

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We recommend this for three reasons. Firstly, this will reinforce the feeling of 

unity within the EU. Secondly, a unilateral response will provide a clear, strong, 

and faster answer in order to avoid any attempt by other countries to intimidate 

and engender repressive politics against EU members. Thirdly, this will reinforce 

the security of the Union and make sure that no Member States feel left out or 

ignored. Bilateral responses divide the EU and this is a weakness used by third 

countries against us.

25.We recommend that the European Union improve its media strategy. On the 

one hand, the EU should strengthen its visibility on social media and actively 

promote its content. On the other hand, the EU should continue to organise 

conferences such as Conference on the Future of Europe on an annual in 

person basis. In addition, we also recommend that the EU further encourage 

innovation through promoting an accessible European social media platform.

We recommend the above as it could not only reach younger people, but also 

generate more interest and involvement among European citizens through a 

more engaging and effective tool of communication. These events like the 

Conference on the Future of Europe should allow citizens to be more involved 

in the decision-making process and make certain that their voice is heard.

26.We recommend that Member States agree on a strong vision and a common 

strategy in order to harmonise and consolidate the identity and the unity of 

the EU before allowing the accession to other countries.

We recommend this because we believe it is essential to both strengthen the EU 

and consolidate the relationship between Member States before considering 

the integration of other countries. The more states integrate into the EU, the 

more complicated the decision-making process will become within the EU; 

hence the importance of reviewing these decision-making processes that are 

voted through the process of unanimity.

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Stream 4: Migration from a Human Point of View

Substream 4.1 Remedy causes of migration

27.We recommend that the European Union should participate actively in the 

economic development of countries outside the European Union and from 

where there is a high outflux of migrants. The EU, with the help of the relevant 

bodies (for example local NGOs, local politicians, field-workers, experts, etc.), 

should look for ways to peacefully intervene efficiently and actively in 

countries with important migration outflux that have previously agreed with 

the exact terms of cooperation with local authorities. These interventions 

should have tangible results with measurable effects. At the same time, these 

tangible results and effects should be clearly outlined in order for EU citizens 

to understand the development aid policy undertaken by the Union. In this 

sense, EU development aid actions should become more visible.

We recommend this because, even though the EU is working on international 

development, it needs to keep doing so and invest in transparency and visibility 

in the policy and actions that it undertakes.

28.We recommend having a common European labour framework, thus 

harmonising working conditions throughout the Union (ex. minimum salary, 

working times, etc.). The EU should try to create basic common standards on 

labour to prevent migration from citizens that leave their countries of origin 

seeking better working conditions. As part of these standards, the EU should 

reinforce the role of trade unions at the transnational level. By doing so, the 

EU would be considering internal economic migration (EU citizens' migration) 

as a critical issue.

We recommend this because we have identified that a lot of people within the 

EU migrate due to economic reasons, since there is a disparity between the 

working conditions of European Member States. This leads to a brain-drain 

effect in countries which should be avoided in order for Member States to keep 

talent and workforce. Even though we support free movement of citizens, we 

think that EU citizens' migration between EU Member States, when happening 

involuntarily, is due to economic reasons. That's why it is important to establish 

a common labour framework.

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Substream 4.2 Human Consideration

29.We recommend the implementation of a joint and collective migration policy 

in the EU based on the principle of solidarity. We want to focus on the problem 

in regards to the refugees. A common procedure in all the Member States of 

the Union should be based on the best practice and customs that seemed to 

be successful in all the countries of the Union. This procedure should be proactive and actively being executed both by the national 

authorities and the administration of the EU. 

The problem in regards to the refugees concerns all the countries in the EU. 

Currently, the practices in the states are too diversified which has negative 

consequences for both refugees and the citizens of the Union. Therefore a 

coherent and consistent approach is required.

30.We recommend that the EU increases its efforts to inform and educate citizens 

of the Member States about the topics related to migration. This aim should 

be achieved by educating children, as early as possible, from the beginning of 

primary school on the subjects such as migration and integration. If we 

combine this early education with the activities of NGOs and youth 

organisations as well as wide-reaching media campaigns, we could fully reach 

our goal. Additionally, a wide range of communication channels should be 

used, from leaflets to television and social media.

It is important to show the people that migration also has many positive aspects 

such as additional work force. We want to emphasize the importance of raising 

awareness on both processes, so that people understand the reasons and 

consequences of migration to abolish the stigma which comes from the fact of 

being perceived as a migrant.

Substream 4.3 Integration

31.We recommend that the Directive 2013/33/EU on minimum standards for the 

reception of asylum seekers in Member States be replaced by a compulsory EU 

regulation, which will be uniformly applicable in all Member States. A priority 

should be that reception facilities and accommodation be improved. We 

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recommend the creation of a specific monitoring body from the EU for the 

implementation of the regulation.

As the existent directive is not implemented in a uniform way in all Member 

States. Conditions such as the Moria refugee camps have to be avoided. 

Therefore, the recommended regulation should be implemented and have 

compulsory sanctions. As for the monitoring body, it should be strong and 

reliable.

32.We recommend that the EU ensures that every asylum seeker and refugee, 

during the process of the residence procedure, attends language and 

integration courses. The courses should be mandatory, free of charge and 

include personal assistance for the initial integration. They should start within 

two weeks after the submission of the residency application. Additionally, 

incentives and sanctions mechanisms should be established.

Learning the language as well as understanding the culture, history and ethics 

of the country of arrival is a key step to integration. The lengthy wait for the 

initial integration process has a negative impact on the migrants’ social 

assimilation. Sanction mechanisms can help identify a migrants’ willingness to 

integrate.

Stream 5: Responsibility and Solidarity across the EU

Substream 5.1 Distributing Migration

33.We recommend replacing the Dublin System with a legally-binding treaty to 

ensure just, balanced and proportionate distribution of asylum seekers in the 

EU on the basis of solidarity and justice. Currently, refugees are required to 

put forward their asylum requests in the EU Member State they first arrive in. 

This system transition should be as swift as possible. The EU Commission's 

proposal for a New EU Pact on Migration and Asylum from 2020 is a good start 

and should be put into legal form, since it includes quotas on distribution of 

refugees among EU Member States.

We recommend this because the current Dublin System does not respect the 

principles of solidarity and justice. It puts a heavy burden on the countries at the 

border of the EU, where most asylum seekers first enter EU territory. All 

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Member States have to take responsibility to manage refugee flows into the EU. 

The EU is a community of shared values and should act accordingly.

34.We recommend the EU provide support to the EU Member States in order to 

process asylum requests both at a faster pace and according to joint standards. 

In addition, humanitarian accommodation should be provided for refugees. To 

take burden off the arrival countries, we recommend that refugees be 

relocated within the EU quickly and efficiently after their first arrival into the 

EU so that their asylum request can be processed elsewhere within the EU. For 

this, financial support from the EU as well as organisational support through 

the EU Asylum Agency is needed. People whose asylum requests were denied 

must be sent back to their countries of origin in an efficient manner — as long 

as their country of origin is considered safe.

We recommend this because asylum procedures currently take too much time, 

and they may differ from one Member State to another. By speeding up asylum 

processes refugees spend less time waiting for their final asylum decision in 

temporary accommodation facilities. Asylum seekers who are admitted can be 

integrated more quickly into their final country of destination.

35.We recommend strong EU financial, logistical and operational support for the 

management of the first reception which would lead to a possible integration 

or repatriation of irregular migrants. Beneficiaries of such support shall be the 

EU border states who carry the burden of the migration influx.

We recommend strong support because some EU border states bear the 

greatest burden from the migrant influx due to their geographical location.

36.We recommend that the mandate of the EU Agency for Asylum shall be 

strengthened to coordinate and manage the distribution of asylum seekers 

within the EU Member States to achieve a fair distribution. A fair distribution 

requires to take into account the needs of the asylum seekers as well as 

logistical and economical capacities of EU Member States and their needs in 

terms of labour market.

We recommend this because a centralised coordination and management of the 

distribution of asylum seekers which is regarded as fair, by Member States as 

well as their citizens, prevents chaotic situations and social tensions, thus 

contributing to greater solidarity between EU Member States.

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Substream 5.2 Common Approach to Asylum

37.We recommend either creating an overarching EU institution or strengthening 

the EU Asylum Agency to process and decide upon asylum requests for the 

whole European Union based on uniform standards. It should also be in charge 

of a just distribution of refugees. This institution should also define which 

countries of origin are safe and which are not, and should be responsible for 

sending back rejected asylum seekers.

We recommend this because the current asylum policy is characterised by 

unclear responsibilities and different standards between EU Member States. 

This leads to inconsistent handling of asylum procedures across the EU. 

Furthermore, the EU Asylum Agency currently only possesses "soft" power. It 

can only advise Member States on asylum issues.

38.We recommend the establishment, without delay, of dedicated asylum 

centres for unaccompanied minors across all EU Member States. This should 

be done in order to accommodate and provide care to the minors according to 

their particular needs, at the earliest opportunity.

We recommend this because:

1) Many minors are likely to be traumatised (coming from areas of conflict).

2) Different children will have differing needs (according to age, health, etc.).

3) Were this recommendation implemented, it would ensure that vulnerable 

and traumatised minors would receive all necessary care at the earliest possible 

opportunity.

4) As minors are future European citizens and as such, if treated appropriately, 

should contribute positively to the future of Europe.

39.We recommend the establishment of a common, transparent system for 

dealing with the expeditious processing of asylum seekers. This process should 

provide for a minimum standard and should be applied across all Member 

States equally.

We recommend this because:

1) Were this recommendation implemented, it would lead to a faster and more 

transparent way of dealing with asylum claims.

2) A failure to expedite the asylum process leads to illegality and criminality.

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3) Minimum standards as referred to in our recommendation should encompass 

respect for human rights, health and the educational needs of asylum seekers.

4) Implementing this recommendation would lead to access to employment and 

self-sufficiency, allowing a positive contribution to EU society. Regularising 

employment status prevents abuses of asylum seekers in the working 

environment. This could only benefit a more successful integration of all 

affected.

5) Extended stays in asylum centres have negative consequences in terms of the 

mental health and well-being of the occupants.

40.We strongly recommend a complete overhaul of all agreements and legislation 

governing asylum and immigration in Europe. We further recommend that an 

‘all of Europe’ approach be adopted.

We recommend this because:

1) All current agreements are unworkable, impractical, and no longer fit for 

purpose since 2015 and up to the present day.

2) The EU should be the first "agency" that manages all other agencies and NGOs 

directly dealing with asylum issues.

3) The Member States affected are the ones that are left largely alone to deal 

with this issue. The ‘à la carte’ attitude of some Member States reflects poorly 

on the unity of the EU.

4) New targeted legislation would allow for a better future for all asylum seekers 

and lead to a more unified Europe.

5) Gaps in the current legislation are giving rise to conflicts and disharmony 

across Europe and are causing increased intolerance amongst European citizens 

towards migrants.

6) Stronger, relevant legislation would lead to a reduction in crime and abuses 

of the current asylum system