French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau proposes scrapping the Valls circular, tightening immigration regulations, and revising EU migrant policies, sparking national debate amid rising pressure from conservative factions.
French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau has intensified national discussions on immigration with his latest proposal to dismantle the Valls circular—a 2012 policy that allowed the regularization of undocumented migrants based on family life or employment. Retailleau’s move aligns with his call for stricter immigration controls, focusing on genuine integration and curbing illegal labor.
His measures aim to reduce the number of undocumented migrants and limit access to state medical aid, which he argues incentivizes illegal immigration. This proposal has drawn sharp criticism from both left-leaning activists and conservative figures, with Marine Le Pen calling for even tougher approaches.
Retailleau also proposed reforms at the European Union level, advocating for revised migrant return policies, aligning with the sentiment from other EU nations pushing for stricter immigration rules. France’s government now faces mounting pressure to balance national security, economic concerns, and humanitarian responsibilities, making this a key issue for upcoming political debates.
