Schallenberg once again emphasized his refusal to accept Afghan refugees. Austria has no interest in one “failed state” or that Afghanistan becomes “Incubator of terrorism” develop, but the federal government already has “very solidary” shown, he said, referring to the large Afghan community in this country compared to other EU countries.
The reaction to the current crisis situation cannot be “we are now bringing as many as possible to Europe”. He now sees the reception of migrants “other partner’s turn”said Schallenberg. Next week they want to exchange ideas with Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. The VP had pleaded several times in the past week for the care of Afghans in the neighboring countries and the support of these states.
