Citizens’ Protection Minister Christos Papoutsis on Monday announced that Greek authorities will step up police and coast guard patrols on land and sea, to stem any possible upsurge in the tide of illegal immigrants from the recently troubled North African countries. Nations include Egypt, Tunisia and to a lesser extent, Algeria.
Papoutsis made the announcement after chairing a meeting with the leadership of Greek Police (EL.AS), the National Intelligence Service and the coast guard. They discussed the situation in the region and strategies for coping with a possible surge in illegal immigrants, which has recently generated its share of public attention in the EU member-state. The meeting took place at the Maritime Affairs, Islands & Fisheries Ministry.
Papoutsis said there does not appear to be any particular cause for concern at present, but that Greece should be prepared and in a state of readiness.
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