The new European Pact on Migration and Asylum as a mechanism of marginalization and exclusion

How can the new EU Migration Pact be understood beyond political slogans? This article takes a critical look at the gap between the aspirations and reality of European border policy – and shows how control, externalisation and legal grey areas have concrete impacts on the lives of people fleeing their homes. Chiara Denaro’s article (Maldusa, for “Sicily Monitoring”) examines the practical implementation of the reforms and asks how people on the move can continue to be supported in exercising their right to freedom of movement. In doing so, the article focuses on a concise reflection on power, responsibility, the future of European migration policy, scope for action and solidarity in practice under increasingly stringent conditions, whilst analysing the role of the European Court of Justice. Read the full article here.