On Tuesday, the British Parliament passed a law that allows asylum seekers to be sent to Rwanda to await a decision on their applications. This move has been met with criticism from various quarters, including the UN and the EU, who have urged Britain to reject it, stating that it would violate the human rights of migrants. However, retired crime commissioner Thomas Elfgren, who has close ties to Rwanda, supports this idea. He believes that Rwanda has made significant progress since the 1994 genocide and is now a safe place for asylum seekers.
Elfgren also supports the British government’s aim to deter human trafficking by sending asylum seekers to Rwanda. However, he raises concerns about the British model’s cost and the risks associated with wrong decisions. He questions whether Rwanda would be able to handle a growing number of immigrants and whether the system could potentially violate international asylum laws. Elfgren suggests that resources should be used to create safer routes for asylum seekers in need rather than outsourcing the European asylum system.
While Finland supports outsourcing the European asylum system, Elfgren believes that more consideration should be given to its implications. He questions whether flying asylum seekers is cost-effective and whether it truly addresses the issue of human trafficking. Instead, he suggests using resources to create safer pathways for those seeking refugee status in Europe.
In conclusion, Elfgren acknowledges the need for measures to address migration challenges but emphasizes upholding international asylum laws and ensuring that migrants’ rights are protected. A comprehensive approach is needed to address migration’s root causes and create safer pathways for those seeking refugee status in Europe.
The new law known as “The Rwanda Act” was approved by British Parliament on Tuesday with controversy surrounding its implementation.
The Act allows migrants seeking refugee status in Britain to be sent