European Commission wants to increase Frontex's permanent staff to 30,000 agents

The European Commission has proposed to strengthen Frontex by increasing its permanent staff to 30,000 agents and enhancing its role in coordinating migrant returns. This initiative aims to address the challenges posed by changing geopolitical and security contexts at the EU's external borders. The proposal includes creating a European reserve of 17,000 agents and gradually increasing Frontex's personnel to 6,000. Additionally, a rapid reaction force will be established to respond to border crises within 24 hours. The plan also involves setting up a coordination center for returns and a monitoring center to detect threats online. These measures follow a recent migration crisis in Ceuta, highlighting the need for improved border management and information sharing among member states.