Frontex signs working arrangement with the European Commission to Strengthen Cooperation on Migration Management

On February 25 Frontex’s Executive Director Hans Leijtens and European Commission’s Acting Director-General for Migration and Home Affairs, Beate Gminder, have signed a working arrangement to enhance cooperation and partnership in the field of migration management. 

The working arrangement reflects a shared commitment to strengthening situational awareness, early warning, and forecasting.  

One of the key components of this cooperation is in the context of the Migration Preparedness and Crisis Blueprint Network, which will serve as an operational framework for coordinated responses to migration crises. This network not only enhances monitoring and anticipation but also contributes to building resilience and preparedness in the field of migration.  

Close collaboration among EU institutions, Member States, and international organisations supporting the effective management of the Union’s external borders will be reinforced with this agreement. It aligns with the comprehensive approach to asylum and migration management as outlined in the Asylum and Migration Management Regulation. 

The working arrangement represents a strategic advancement in the EU’s ability to manage migratory flows and respond to potential crises with resilience and coordination, reinforcing the Union’s commitment to comprehensive and effective asylum and migration management.