Germany and Netherlands Tighten Border Controls to Curb Illegal Migration

Joint efforts between German and Dutch authorities aim to enhance border security, with new measures set to begin on December 9.

German border controls, initiated in September, have recorded 386 cases of unauthorized entry and 15 suspected smugglers arrested.
The Netherlands will implement additional border checks starting December 9, focusing on illegal migration and human smuggling.
German and Dutch authorities plan collaborative efforts at key checkpoints to streamline processes and improve enforcement efficiency.
The Schengen Agreement typically prohibits border checks, but both countries cite irregular migration and security concerns as justification.
Critics in the Netherlands question the effectiveness of the measures, citing limited resources with only 50 officers for 800 border crossings.