The Pact on Migration and Asylum becomes a reality

The Commission welcomes the result of today’s vote in the European Parliament, endorsing the political agreement on the Pact on Migration and Asylum. 

The Pact sets the stage for a fairer, more efficient, and more sustainable framework to manage migration. This achievement shows that the EU can find common European solutions to European challenges. 

Next steps

The Council is now due to formally endorse the Pact.   

The Commission emphasises the importance of full and timely implementation of the Pact, with plans to present a Common EU Implementation Plan, together with EU agencies.  

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Pact on Migration and Asylum

A common EU system to manage migration

Secure external borders

Fast and efficient procedures

Effective system of solidarity and responsibility

Embedding migration in international partnerships

President’s von der Leyen press remarks

Commissioner Johansson's Plenary Speech on the Pact on Migration and Asylum