The new German government has agreed to stop family members of refugees with subsidiary protection status from moving to Germany. This controversial move will particularly affect Syrian families, who have been seeking to reunite with their loved ones in the country. The decision has sparked debate among political parties and civil society groups, with some criticizing the policy as inhumane and others supporting it as a necessary step to manage migration pressures.
Ministers in the new government argue that the policy is essential for controlling the influx of refugees and ensuring that Germany can provide adequate support to those already residing in the country. The government has emphasized that the measure is temporary and does not affect refugees who have already been granted permanent residency. However, activists and humanitarian organizations have raised concerns about the potential for increased suffering among families separated by the policy change.