Non-governmental organizations and left-leaning lawmakers said it undermined the right to claim asylum and would not prevent dangerous boat crossings to the EU.
The far right criticized the reform for not going far enough to reduce irregular immigration, while some countries like Poland and Hungary expressed reluctance towards full implementation.
Belgian Secretary of State for Migration highlighted that the approved reforms are just a starting point, with the rules expected to come into force in 2026, pending final approval.
In the following years, member states will have to incorporate the changes into national law, emphasizing the critical role of implementation in the success of the reforms.
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