German Border Controls: An Accounting Perspective
The expensive border controls might actually save money when you look at the complete financial picture, not just the costs.
This article has been summarized and translated using AI to help you practice reading and comprehension. While we strive for accuracy, some nuances may be lost in translation.
In September 2024, Germany reintroduced border controls costing 80.5 million euros, including accommodation, meals, and overtime payments for officials. While this seems expensive, it represents only one euro per inhabitant.
More importantly, illegal border crossings have decreased dramatically from 127,549 in 2023 to a projected 61,000 in 2025. This reduction of approximately 77,000 people has significant financial implications. Using the benchmark of 9,000 euros annually per Ukrainian refugee, the potential savings reach 693 million euros yearly.
After deducting control costs, the net savings could be around 496 million euros. The author criticizes media coverage for presenting incomplete information, focusing only on costs while ignoring potential economic benefits. This one-sided reporting prevents citizens from making informed decisions about immigration policy.
Original Article
deutsch.rt.comhttps://de.rt.com/meinung/253427-deutsche-grenzkontrollen-mal-aus-buchhaltersicht/