BERLIN (AP) — The German parliament on Friday approved legislation introducing payment cards for asylum-seekers, a system that is meant to limit benefits paid in cash and make the country less attractive for migrants.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Germany’s 16 state governors agreed in principle to introduce the system in early November, but the governing coalition took until last week to iron out differences on whether specific legislation was needed and on its details. The resulting bill was approved by a large majority in parliament’s lower house, or Bundestag.
It calls for asylum-seekers to receive their benefits on a card that can be used for payments in local shops and services. They will only be able to withdraw limited amounts of cash and will not be able to transfer money outside Germany. The aim is to prevent migrants sending money to family and friends abroad, or to smugglers.
Related articles:
Related suggestion:
Matt Baker reveals the real reason behind him quitting his highDetectives solve 1968 killing of World War II veteran who became milkman, Florida sheriff saysKeanu Reeves and longtime girlfriend Alexandra Grant put on a lovedChinese scientists develop new method of plastic recyclingKeanu Reeves and longtime girlfriend Alexandra Grant put on a lovedAnother suspect charged in 2023 quadruple homicide in northern MississippiDonald Trump and Lindsey Graham are again at odds, now over abortionWhat key recent events led to Iran's assault on Israel?BBC presenter confirms departure from 'lifeEnhanced technology ensures safety and efficiency of Chinese NEVs
2.962s , 6494.9921875 kb
Copyright © 2024 Powered by German parliament approves payment cards for asylum ,Culture Channels news portal