EU to Launch New Border-Control System in October After Delays
The European Union (EU) is set to launch a new border control system in October 2023, following multiple delays. The system, known as the Entry/Exit System (EES), will monitor and track the movements of hundreds of millions of people entering the EU each year. The EES will use biometric data, such as fingerprints and facial recognition, to register the entry and exit of non-EU nationals, including short-term visitors and long-term residents. This new system aims to improve security, reduce overstaying, and provide more accurate data on migration patterns. The implementation of the EES has faced several delays, but the EU is now confident that the system will be operational by the target date of October 2023. The new border control measures are part of the EU's efforts to enhance its internal security and better manage the flow of people across its external borders.
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