Price war drives refugee flow to Lampedusa: “Competition between criminal gangs” | Abroad

The enormous flow of migrant boats now calling at Lampedusa is no coincidence, the Italian government thinks. There is a price war going on, which currently makes the crossing to Europe more affordable for many refugees. The fierce competition between human smugglers ensures low rates. The Tunisian government’s contradictory policy also plays a role.


Angelo van Schaik










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