Unit:
Speciality Communication Management of Refugee / Migration FlowsLibrary of the Faculties of Political Science and Public Administration, Communication and Mass Media Studies, Turkish and Modern Asian Studies, Sociology
Author:
Gounaras Artemios
Supervisors info:
Chalkia Anastasia, ΕΔΙΠ , Department of Communication and Media Studies, NKUA
Original Title:
Protecting Boarders, Preserving Rights: Evaluation FRONTEX's approach to migration in the EU context.
Translated title:
Προστασία των συνόρων, Διατήρηση των δικαιωμάτων: αξιολόγηση της προσέγγισης του FRONTEX για τη μετανάστευση στο πλαίσιο της ΕΕ.
Summary:
This research aims to analyze the role, responsibilities, and operational activities of Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency. It explores the evolution of European border policy, particularly in response to the migration and refugee crisis, which prompted the establishment of Frontex. The agency, created to manage the EU's external borders, operates within a framework defined by European Parliament regulations and integrated border management strategies, necessitating close cooperation with national authorities. The study examines Frontex's structure, legal status, and the expansions of its mandate over the years, with a particular focus on its operations in Greece, a key entry point for migrants. The continuous influx of migratory flows at Greek borders highlights the critical role of Frontex in assisting Greek authorities with border control, migration management, and return operations.
The research also scrutinizes the significant criticisms directed at Frontex, especially regarding alleged human rights violations and illegal pushbacks, which led to the resignation of its former head, Fabrice Leggeri, in 2022. These controversies raise important ethical and operational questions about the agency's practices. By presenting a balanced view, the study acknowledges both Frontex's contributions to enhancing EU border security and the serious criticisms it faces. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the complex and evolving role of Frontex in European border management.
Main subject category:
Social, Political and Economic sciences
Other subject categories:
Law and Legislation
Keywords:
Frontex, borders, immigration, asylum, deportation, agency
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