In a recent speech to parliament, French Prime Minister Michel Barnier emphasized the need for stronger border control, citing the country’s struggle to manage immigration effectively. He pointed out that while over 100,000 deportation orders are issued each year, tens of thousands of illegal immigrants remain in France.
The issue of immigration has gained heightened attention in France following a high-profile murder case involving a migrant slated for deportation. Barnier’s stance on immigration reform is expected to shape upcoming political debates.