by EH
Massimiliano Fedriga, the governor of Friuli Venezia Giulia, highlighted significant strides in border security during a recent gathering of the Provincial Committee for Public Order and Security here in Gorizia. The meeting, attended by Italy’s Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi and counterparts from Slovenia and Croatia, underscored regional efforts to bolster immigration management and public safety.
Governor Fedriga commended the collaborative efforts among the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region, Slovenia, and Croatia in leveraging civil protection resources to strengthen border monitoring capabilities. He noted a marked improvement in migration statistics for the region, with over 1800 rejections recorded this year alone, contrasting sharply with previous years’ figures. Before the implementation of stringent border controls in October 2023, readmissions were limited to 80-90 annually.
“The increase in arrests of human traffickers has significantly reduced the number of migrants requiring regional accommodation,” Governor Fedriga stated. Currently, approximately 300 individuals are housed at the Cara di Gorizia reception center, a notable decrease from previous peaks of 800.
Amidst assurances of heightened summer vigilance, Governor Fedriga expressed gratitude to Minister Piantedosi for effective policy measures that have yielded tangible outcomes in maintaining regional security.
The governor emphasized the pivotal role of law enforcement agencies, including the State Police, Carabinieri, Guardia di Finanza, and military personnel, in ensuring responsible and effective border management strategies. He reiterated that temporary suspensions of Schengen Agreement provisions would continue, emphasizing minimal disruption to local communities.
The strategic discussions concluded with plans for continued collaboration among the three nations to sustain these achievements in border security and public order.
