One of the most controversial measures favored by Maroni is negotiating a suspension of Italy's obligations under the European Union's Schengen scheme. The accord, between 24 of the 27 member states, lets travellers cross national boundaries without checks. The move is aimed mainly against Romanian immigrants and eastern European Roma people, who have been blamed for crimes in Italy.
The move is aimed mainly against Romanian immigrants and eastern European Roma people, who have been blamed for crimes in Italy.
The thing that Maroni doesn't seem to understand is that Schengen or no Schengen, Italy cannot really turn away a Romanian citizen because of the freedom of movement for all European citizens. When the capital development of a country becomes a by-product of the activities of a casino, the job is likely to be ill-done. — John M. Keynes
By the way, border checks at the Brennero train station have been taking place, on and off, for years, anyway.
