Two refugee reception centres close due to lack of funding and without protocols with AIMA
The Jesuit Refugee Service managed, until this Monday, two reception centres for asylum seekers, which had to close due to inadequate funding. AIMA claims to have made a proposal, while the Jesuits assert that only a promise was left hanging. Institutions are available to find a way forward.
US State Department points out flaws in Portugal's fight against human trafficking
The United States states that there are still gaps in identifying victims, especially among asylum seekers. Additionally, compensation and restitution granted to trafficking victims remain rare.
Asylum Seekers Centre Closes Amid Criticism of Stalemate: "I Don't Even Have a Budget"
The facility in Gaia had 25 users. JRS states that it received a proposal for continuation without guarantees just days before closing. AIMA claims that the failure to apply for FAMI “made the contractual continuation impossible.”
Government speaks of "migratory pressure" and contests distribution of refugees to Portugal
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The Government argues that Portugal is under migratory pressure and refuses to commit to hosting refugees under the European solidarity mechanism. This week, there was a European agreement to distribute 21,000 asylum seekers. Portugal voted against it and now wants to negotiate an exception with the Commission.