Spain on alert for Monkeypox due to Sánchez's immigration policies
The debate on the immigration policies of Pedro Sánchez's government has once again gained strength in Spain. Especially in light of the recent monkeypox outbreak that has affected Europe.
Amid this health emergency, the constant arrival of illegal immigrants has raised concerns about the country's ability to manage both challenges effectively.
Massive illegal immigration: what is happening in Spain
In recent weeks, Spain has faced a wave of irregular immigration that has put its reception infrastructure to the test. In Gran Canaria, Maritime Rescue recently rescued two boats with a total of 121 immigrants on board, mainly from sub-Saharan Africa.
These rescues occur in a context where migratory pressure has been increasing. Not only through the Mediterranean, but also by air. According to a Frontex report, Madrid-Barajas airport has become the main entry point
During the months of April to June 2023, this airport recorded a record volume of asylum applications and entry denials, surpassing other major airports such as Paris, Amsterdam and Frankfurt. Many of these immigrants come from countries in crisis such as Sudan, Mauritania and Syria .
These rescues occur in a context where migratory pressure has been increasing. Not only through the Mediterranean, but also by air. According to a Frontex report, Madrid-Barajas airport has become the main entry point
During the months of April to June 2023, this airport recorded a record volume of asylum applications and entry denials, surpassing other major airports such as Paris, Amsterdam and Frankfurt. Many of these immigrants come from countries in crisis such as Sudan, Mauritania and Syria .
Ceuta: one of the most conflictive immigration points
The Autonomous City of Ceuta, one of the key points on the migratory route from Africa to Europe , is experiencing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. With a reception capacity that has exceeded 360% of its limit, local authorities find themselves in a critical situation.
The president of Ceuta, Juan Vivas , has called emergency meetings to address the problem, calling on the central government for more financial resources.
One of the biggest challenges has been the management of unaccompanied minors (MENAs), who continue to arrive in large numbers from Morocco. The Civil Guard has redoubled its efforts to prevent tragedies in the Strait of Gibraltar , but current conditions threaten to overwhelm the capacity of the region's reception system.
The Autonomous City of Ceuta, one of the key points on the migratory route from Africa to Europe , is experiencing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. With a reception capacity that has exceeded 360% of its limit, local authorities find themselves in a critical situation.
The president of Ceuta, Juan Vivas , has called emergency meetings to address the problem, calling on the central government for more financial resources.
One of the biggest challenges has been the management of unaccompanied minors (MENAs), who continue to arrive in large numbers from Morocco. The Civil Guard has redoubled its efforts to prevent tragedies in the Strait of Gibraltar , but current conditions threaten to overwhelm the capacity of the region's reception system.
The response of the Government of Pedro Sánchez
Pedro Sánchez has defended his open borders policy as a humanitarian approach. However, these policies have been criticized, especially in the context of the monkeypox outbreak
The monkeypox outbreak has added a new layer of complexity to the migration crisis. According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), Spain has been one of the countries most affected by this outbreak , with thousands of confirmed cases in recent months.
Source: La Derecha Diario