The PD MEP has criticised the Danish socialist prime minister, who is forming an alliance with the Italian prime minister: “They’re not proposing anything concrete. We need agreements with countries of origin and integration – not just hubs abroad.”

“Irregular immigration remains a threat: we have secured the country,” says the Forza Italia senator. “Is the general criticising us? Our identity is not for sale. And alliances are forged on the basis of values, not in the run-up to elections: we owe that to the Italian people”

Lowering the retirement age, cutting taxes, tackling the falling birth rate, defending ‘Made in Italy’: why the sovereignist right cannot achieve any of this without the contribution of immigration. And on security too: more reality, less fear

“The problem lies with the countries of origin; the centres would fill up straight away,” says the former police chief. “Human trafficking must be combated with the utmost commitment, but there is no invasion. It’s Vannacci knocking on the door.”

At the conclusion of the informal EU Council meeting, interior ministers emphasised the importance of developing partnerships that create the right opportunities for people in their countries of origin. However, there was no mention of eliminating pull factors. Piantedosi: “Enough with the taboos.” But the issue of EU funding for extraterritorial hubs remains unresolved

The crisis has reignited the tensions caused by the demographic issue. The need for sound policy and a cultural and psychological battle. Consideration should be given to a European agency for migrants