While I look for the most humane ways possible, I will focus on protecting the border, not facilitating those who cross, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Wednesday, referring to the situation of migrants crossing illegally Trying to cross the Polish-Belarusian border.
During Wednesday’s press conference, the prime minister was asked when Poland would stop the pushbacks on the Polish-Belarusian border, which many human rights organizations have called on the government to do.
There were several sensitivities within the October 15 coalition when it came to protecting our border. I had no doubt – and note that the progress here is clear – that even tough methods of protection against illegal migration can be more or less humane
– he made a reservation.
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“Effective defense of Poland’s borders”
The Prime Minister emphasized that as Prime Minister of the Polish government, he is obliged to ensure the density and effective defense of the Polish border.
This is absolutely the first task (…). I know some people are disappointed by this, I receive letters, my friends – often also my constituents – point it out to me (…), but I have never hidden it
– he pointed out.
If we erect this barrier very firmly – and I am willing to give you my word that it will be incomparably more effective than at the moment – it does not mean that there will not be dramas on the other side.
– he said.
Tusk admitted that people who escape from Nigeria, Somalia or Afghanistan experience an objective tragedy. At the same time, he noted that Poland cannot accept them all.
According to the Prime Minister, all signals that Poland is open and easy to reach have a disastrous effect on the state of the border.
I’m sorry to say this, but as I look for the most humane ways and methods possible, my focus will be on protecting the border, not facilitating those crossing the border. I’m sorry, but that’s how it will be
– he made a reservation.
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Source: wPolityce
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