Cyprus ministers discuss illegal immigration

By Staff Reporter 25.JUL.08 The issues of illegal immigration and political asylum in Cyprus, were discussed at a joint meeting the Cypriot Ministers of Justice and Public Order and Interior with EU officials. During the meeting, the Cypriot Ministers briefed European Commission, Responsible for Justice, Freedom and Security, Jacques Barrot about the situation prevailing in Cyprus regarding illegal migration and asylum, noting that Cyprus fully utilizes EU policies to tackle these problems. They have also assured Commissioner Barrot that the Cypriot Government intends to make full use of EU solidarity funds in promoting measures to control illegal immigration and better border management. In this context, measures related to legal immigrants’ integration and the support of refugees will be promoted, the two... [read full story]