Together with several European counterparts, the Federal Councillor Beat Jans discussed the future of migration policy, the implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and cooperation with third countries on returns and resettlement. Jans welcomed the Swiss Parliament’s approval of the binding parts of the pact and emphasized the need for coordinated approaches that uphold human rights.
The Federal Councillor voiced concern over the reintroduction of internal border controls by several Schengen states, calling for the restoration of mutual trust and stronger bilateral cooperation, particularly with Germany, France, and Italy.
The Federal Councillor also highlighted the importance of promoting voluntary returns and maintaining national flexibility in implementing return policies.