Comprehensive crisis management

Abstract

The European Union (EU) must continue to uphold its moral and legal obligations to offer international protection and humanitarian assistance to those in need. However, short-term humanitarian actions do not solve the underlying problems of the migration and refugee crisis. Therefore, the EU is also using the full range of political, legal and cooperation tools to tackle root causes of migration while also acknowledging the social and economic benefits of regular migration for itself and third states. Europe supports the long-term accommodation and if possible integration of refugees and migrants in host countries, which could benefit both the host country as well as the migrants. The EU is contributing to this through additional development funds and enhanced cooperation with third states, focusing in particular on livelihoods/economic integration and education. In addition to concrete cooperation, the EU is also offering policy dialogue and works towards concluding agreements on readmission and legal migration. Moreover, strengthening border management is crucial.