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intermediate committee
Should EU Countries Have the Right to Reject Refugees Based on Cultural or Religious Differences?
The ongoing refugee crisis has sparked debates across Europe over national identity, integration, and human rights. This topic asks delegates to grapple with the tension between state sovereignty and humanitarian obligations under EU and international law.
Discussions will focus on the principles of non-discrimination, cultural integration policies, and the potential consequences of allowing member states to reject refugees on cultural or religious grounds.
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