Germany and other EU countries discuss deportation centers in Rwanda

Germany, Austria, and three other European Union member states are reportedly in discussions with Rwanda regarding the establishment of deportation centers for individuals whose asylum claims have been rejected. According to reports from Der Spiegel and the ARD magazine Report Mainz, a delegation of European government officials is scheduled to visit Rwanda next week for consultations on the matter.

This initiative originates from a group of nations that refer to themselves as 'the implementers.' In addition to Germany and Austria, this group includes Denmark, Greece, and the Netherlands. Their objective is to identify countries outside of Europe where rejected asylum seekers can be relocated. The participating nations have set a goal to secure a partner country by the end of this year.

Italy has also expressed interest in potentially reaching a similar agreement with Rwanda. The upcoming discussions in Rwanda are expected to focus on technical aspects of establishing these centers, which are also known as 'Return Hubs.' Currently, the focus appears to be solely on creating facilities for rejected asylum seekers.

However, some countries within the group, including Austria, are also considering the possibility of establishing 'asylum centers.' In these centers, partner countries could potentially adjudicate asylum claims from individuals who have fled to Europe. The article notes that it is continuously being updated.