News Releasehttps://www.frontex.europa.eu/media-centre/news/news-release/feed2024-03-13T15:00:43ZFRONTEXWerkzeugIrregular border crossings down in Central Med, up in Eastern Med and Western AfricaXWspJx2024-03-13T15:00:43Z2024-03-13T12:30:00ZThe number of irregular border crossings into the European Union in the first two months of 2024 reached 31 200, similar to the level from a year ago, according to preliminary calculations. The Central Mediterranean saw the biggest drop in detections of irregular crossings among the major routes (-70%).Frontex strengthens partnership with EU's Fundamental Rights Agency809EQb2024-03-12T11:41:14Z2024-03-12T11:14:31ZFrontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, is pleased to announce the signing of a renewed Working Arrangement with the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights today.An integrated approach to combat document and identity fraud29m6RJ2024-03-05T15:01:57Z2024-03-05T09:50:17ZThe seventh Frontex Annual Plenary Meeting of the High-Level Round Table and Expert Group on Document Control took place between 27 and 29 February.The future of training for border guards6EtumC2024-02-29T16:21:32Z2024-02-29T12:14:46ZFrontex has brought together the European and national training experts, EU agencies and industry to start shaping the future of training technologies in a rich and interactive debate. A conference taking place on 28-29 February in Kraków, Poland, constitutes a big leap towards a more innovative training methodologies for the borders.Frontex hosts high-level visit by EU Commission President and Belgian Prime Minister4JIe2L2024-02-23T16:39:29Z2024-02-23T16:20:39ZFrontex, was honoured to welcome Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and Alexander De Croo, Prime Minister of Belgium, to its headquarters today. This visit underscores the European Union’s and Frontex’s commitment to safeguarding the external borders while working together with Member States to promote human dignity and safety.Frontex and the United Kingdom strengthen border management cooperationLLiYtA2024-03-13T10:31:12Z2024-02-23T12:29:05ZToday, Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, and the United Kingdom’s Home Office signed a working arrangement to pave the way for close cooperation in border management and security.Frontex and EUAM Ukraine strengthen cooperationb75OyF2024-02-19T15:59:16Z2024-02-19T15:30:14ZToday, Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, and the European Union Advisory Mission (EUAM) Ukraine agreed to strengthen their cooperation, which will contribute to combatting cross-border crime and dealing with irregular migration at the EU’s eastern borders.2023 In Brief - Our accomplishments and goalsCSNhih2024-02-23T16:00:31Z2024-02-16T08:02:54Z24 operations, 2 500 EU border guards, 43 000 people rescued at sea and 39 000 people returned with our support.Irregular border crossings fall in January despite spike on Western African routeJzeaJk2024-02-19T11:36:57Z2024-02-09T13:30:57ZThe number of irregular border crossings into the European Union fell to nearly 14 000 in January, down about one-third from December and was roughly in line with the total from the same month of last year.The pride of a border guardrrmnBi2024-02-08T10:27:46Z2024-02-08T09:42:29ZIt took one border patrol for Michael to fall in love with the job. For him, border surveillance is a great school of patience, vigilance, and stamina. After 46 years in the German Federal Police and three years of long-term deployments with Frontex, Michael is about to take his well-deserved retirement. Frontex wishes to recognise his professionalism and dedication.Frontex leads international action against drug trafficking at 61 airports worldwideWWXo2V2024-02-06T12:17:41Z2024-02-06T12:14:38ZOperational actions lead to 46 arrests and the seizure of 850 kg of drugs, mainly cannabis and cocaine.Frontex and Europol forge closer cooperationM5dd4e2024-01-31T15:34:43Z2024-01-31T16:00:00ZFrontex and Europol took another step towards strengthening the cooperation between the two agencies. Frontex’s Executive Director Hans Leijtens and the Executive Director of Europol Catherine De Bolle signed a joint statement which will further increase the safety and security of the European Union.Significant rise in irregular border crossings in 2023, highest since 2016C0gGpm2024-01-26T08:12:01Z2024-01-26T09:00:00ZThe number of irregular border crossings at the EU’s external border in 2023 reached a total of approximately 380 000, driven by a rise in arrivals via the Mediterranean region, according to preliminary calculations by Frontex.New operational year beginsS2Ss2C2024-03-13T10:32:45Z2024-01-24T09:00:00ZThe new operational year begins today at Frontex, which symbolises a fresh start for our dedicated team of nearly 2 500 officers, ready to commence their duties across Europe and beyond.Deputy head of Frontex: If you want a job that you can be proud of, don’t look any furtherS1vEHf2024-01-10T11:24:30Z2024-01-10T09:33:14ZToday is the last day to apply for the position of (deputy) Frontex contingent commanders! We are looking for experienced law enforcement officers to lead the first EU border guard contingents in Europe and beyond. This is the opportunity to do something no one has ever done before.Do you have what it takes to join the EU border guard?etQmWC2024-01-04T10:01:38Z2024-01-04T09:58:44ZFrontex is launching recruitment for experienced law enforcement officers to lead the first standing corps contingents. If you are looking for a job where you can make a difference – look no further.Frontex Joint Reintegration Services: Call for proposalsHdmB4T2024-01-10T14:10:49Z2023-12-22T12:41:40ZFrontex has just launched a new call for proposals for the agency’s Joint Reintegration Services. This call is aimed at current Frontex reintegration partners with the objective to maintain the geographical coverage of the reintegration services and enable an expansion to up to 50 countries worldwide.48 new cadets to join the EU Border GuardPxyS5z2023-12-21T09:12:47Z2023-12-21T08:49:12ZYesterday, a group of 48 officers from various European Member States graduated from their basic border and coast guard training after a ten-month course in Portugal. The graduation ceremony took place in Narva, Estonia, and was opened by Frontex Deputy Executive Director Aija Kalnaja in the presence of the Director General of the Estonian Police and Border Guard.Being a Field CommanderrTMHaM2023-12-20T14:44:25Z2023-12-20T14:20:16ZWhen you are a border guard, you are not a lonely wolf. You belong to a team, you know your responsibilities, and act upon them because this is what determines your safety and the safety of your teammates. Meet Ionut and Indra, the newly appointed field contingent commanders.Frontex Announces Winners in Contest on Detection of Low-Flying ObjectsywQx3h2023-12-18T11:28:34Z2023-12-18T11:08:02ZFrontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, is pleased to announce the winners of its innovative Prize Award Contest on the Detection of Low-Flying Objects (LFOs).