Event
10 to 11
April
2025
Trier, Germany
Annual Conference on EU Border Management 2025
| Organizer | ERA |
|---|---|
| Venue | ERA Conference Center, Metzer Allee 4 / Trier, Germany |
| Link | Conference Website |
| Contact | Ramin Farinpour |
Objective
This hybrid annual conference will debate the latest developments and challenges in the EU’s internal and external border management. It will analyse the latest proposals and reforms on the functioning and operation of EU border management systems, including Schengen, as well as Frontex’s role and responsibilities.
A particular focus will be given to the ongoing situation at the EU’s eastern and southern borders, also within the context of migrant smuggling.
A visit to the village of Schengen and its European Museum Schengen will form part of the conference.
Key topics
- Latest news on legislative files and priorities to strengthen border management systems and their interoperability, as well on cross-border law enforcement cooperation and practical implementation, as well as on Schengen governance
- EU databases for border management and their evolution: EES, ETIAS, ECRIS-TCN, renewed SIS, VIS, EURODAC
- Frontex: latest migratory trends and routes, risk analysis and operational developments, fundamental rights
- Migrant smuggling
Who should attend?
Law enforcement officers, border guards and ministry officials, NGOs active in the field.