Asylum Policy: Union politicians optimistic after migration talks

The recent migration talks between the German federal government, states, and municipalities have left Union politicians optimistic about the future of asylum policy. Key topics of discussion included the rejection of asylum seekers and border controls.

A security package with measures on deportations, counter-terrorism, and firearms law is also being planned. Union representatives are calling for stricter measures than those proposed by the traffic light coalition, and municipalities are demanding further tightening.

While the SPD and FDP seem open to movement, the Greens are more cautious. Certain points are still being legally examined, and a second meeting has not yet been scheduled.

Overall, the talks were described as constructive, with positive exchanges between participants. The Bundesregierung's proposed security package, which includes measures such as border rejections, changes to Dublin cases, a ban on spring knives, and the exclusion of migrants with criminal records from protection, was discussed in a good atmosphere.

However, there are still open points that need further deliberation. The Union is open to further talks with the traffic light coalition and is pushing for comprehensive border rejections.

Legal experts are debating the legality of turning away refugees at the border, with varying opinions on the matter. The government working group is continuing discussions on policy changes in the refugee and asylum domain.