New Rule for Asylum-Seekers in Germany
Germany implements new rule requiring asylum-seekers to receive benefits on a card for use at local shops and services, limiting cash withdrawals to prevent sending money abroad. Critics argue it is discriminatory and may ostracize migrants further. Far-right party exploits anti-migration sentiment. Asylum-seekers from Moldova and Georgia can be quickly rejected. Some migrants struggle with the transition to cashless payments.
Key Points
- New rule requires asylum-seekers in Germany to receive benefits on a card for local use
- Limits cash withdrawals to prevent money transfers abroad
- Far-right party exploits anti-migration sentiment in Germany
- Asylum-seekers from Moldova and Georgia can be quickly rejected
- Some migrants face challenges with the transition to cashless payments
Pros
- Limits money transfers abroad
- May incentivize migrants to find work
Cons
- Critics view it as discriminatory
- May ostracize migrants further
- Struggles faced by migrants transitioning to cashless payments