Italy's Migration Strategy: A Controversial Shift

Italy is embarking on a contentious journey by transferring migrants from Egypt and Bangladesh to Albania. This initiative, backed by a five-year agreement costing 160 million euros annually, aims to establish registration and processing centers in Shëngjin and Gjader.

While Italy insists that vulnerable migrants will remain within its borders, human rights organizations express deep concerns about the treatment and rights of those sent to Albania. As the first ship, Libra, sets sail with non-vulnerable men, the procedural integrity of these centers comes under scrutiny.

Critics argue that the plan may violate human dignity and legal standards. Furthermore, a recent ruling by the European Court of Justice casts doubt on the safety of certain countries on Italy's list for returns.

This development highlights a troubling trend in Europe of outsourcing asylum management, raising questions about the future of migration policy across the EU.