Border controls in combined digital and physical form

Abstract

The VILLAGE BLEU is an urban development structure designed to regulate legal migration to Europe. It is characterized by the fact that - it enables legal migration and makes illegal migration unnecessary. This makes humane immigration into Europe possible. - The VILLAGE BLEU site is not located on European soil. The site is preferably located on the territory of a non-EU state (item 5) and is a plot of land, likely leased temporarily, from the European Union by a non-EU state for the construction of a city-state structure. The European Union will pay the non-EU state – essentially the lessor of the land – some form of rent. - as a city-state belonging to the European Union, with all European regulations and laws. The Village Blue is thus a kind of temporary city-state. No single EU member state has the authority to govern this territory, but rather the European Union, headquartered in Brussels. Therefore, the Village Blue is a city-state of the EU. Perhaps in some respects comparable to the status of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region until 1997. If the VILLAGE BLEU is located on the African continent, for example, all those wishing to migrate will have the opportunity to reach the EU without having to use the dangerous sea route (e.g., the Mediterranean route). Migration will then only take place via the VILLAGE BLEU. Migrants who do not immigrate to the EU via the VILLAGE BLEU will be transferred to the VILLAGE BLEU upon identification and arrest. This is not a so-called deportation to a third country, as the VILLAGE BLEU is European territory. Illegal migrants will lose the possibility of obtaining permanent residency in the near future. This will significantly contribute to preventing those wishing to migrate from falling into the hands of smugglers. Thus, the VILLAGE BLEU essentially deprives smugglers of their business model.

Description

[0001] The present invention – the VILLAGE-BLEU – is an urban structure which, if the claims are fulfilled, makes it possible to enable people wishing to migrate to enter the European Union in a humane, structured and legal manner and can provide a certain degree of security until the person wishing to migrate leaves the country.

[0002] All previous approaches to deportations to third countries, such as the British Rwanda deal or the Italian solution proposed by the current president, are not legally sound under international law and are likely unsustainable. Third countries will be overwhelmed by this type of deportation. The European Union should recognize its responsibility and make a lasting contribution to finding a solution.

[0003] The approach of adequately protecting the EU's so-called external borders will remain a utopia – geographically and financially unfeasible. The Village Blue is not located on the external borders of an EU member state, but rather on the external borders of a non-EU state – thus, migration into the EU becomes less dangerous and can only occur legally.

[0004] The present invention – VILLAGE-BLEU – aims to facilitate humane migration while reducing push-pull factors. This city-state structure will decrease the number of people willing to migrate.

[0005] The digital CARD-BLEU will reduce pull factors because its use is controlled and personalized.

[0006] According to the invention, the VILLAGE-BLEU is characterized by the following: It has the status (legal form) of a European state and is a city-state within the entire EU – not just any individual EU state. Thus, it is the first city-state in the entire EU. - It is preferably located on the territory of a non-EU state and is independent of this third / neighboring state. - In addition to the classic urban tasks of a city structure, it also has the classic problems of a city structure / development. - As designed, it has different districts which residents may use differently depending on their digital CARD-BLEU status. Who lives, works, and resides in which area of ​​this urban structure is clearly regulated. Residents do not become EU citizens simply by virtue of their place of residence (district); rather, they acquire the right to asylum only through their DOT-BLEU status. This option is available to everyone and thus complies with international law.

[0007] The districts / belts are preferably separated from each other by open structures. The demarcation by fences and walls is probably irrelevant, since CARD BLEU status is what counts, not location. A forced incursion into one of the inner districts would be absurd.

[0008] Further advantages, embodiments and details of the invention are described below in the description of the exemplary embodiment with reference to the attached Fig. 1 described.

[0009] It shows the Fig. 1 Location and principle of the urban structure of VILLAGE-BLEU,

[0010] According to the figures, the city-state structure according to the invention preferably has 3 areas. - the District BLEU - the Belt GREEN and - the belt VIOLET

[0011] All features, words and descriptions of the items mentioned here are related to the Fig. The embodiments described in 1 are also individually or in any combination according to the invention in combination with classic urban structures according to the main claim, as long as there is no functional contradiction to this.

[0012] Unless otherwise stated, all directions and orientations in this entire application refer to the orientation of the device for its intended use, as also described in the Fig. Figure 1 is shown and named in the figure list. Reference numerals for Fig. 1 1 District BLEU - Territory of the European Union (no camp, no asylum seeker center) 2 Belt GREEN - Territory of the European Union 3 Belt VIOLET - Third State Territory 4 Sea (here e.g. Mediterranean Sea) 5 Mainland of the third country / the neighboring state from which the EU has leased the area of ​​the VILLAGE BLEU. 11. Transport hub of the District BLEU (port, airport, train station) for the departure of those wishing to migrate who have achieved entry status for the European Union. 12. Transport hub of the Belt Green (port, airport, train station) for the arrival of illegally apprehended migrants on the European mainland at the Village Bleu (this does not constitute deportation, as the transfer takes place on European soil). It is also the gateway to the trade route with the European mainland. 13 Transport hubs of the Belt VIOLET (port, airport, train station) correspond to a classic city structure. 21. Border area between District BLEU and the Belt GREEN (preferably without walls and fences). This area primarily contains public facilities of the urban structure, such as electricity supply, waterworks, transport routes, waste disposal, sports facilities, cultural institutions, etc. 22 Border area between the GREEN Belt and the VIOLET Belt (again, preferably without walls and fences, as migration status dictates the CARD-BLEU and not the person's physical footprint). Here, too, are public facilities of the urban structure, in cooperation between the European Union and the third country (the lessor). 23 Other third countries (outside the EU) with satellite status (a kind of institute or consulate) for obtaining the CARD-BLEU.

Claims

[1] The VILLAGE BLEU is an urban development structure designed to regulate legal migration to Europe. It is characterized by , that - it enables legal migration and makes illegal migration unnecessary. This makes humane immigration into Europe possible. - The VILLAGE BLEU site is not located on European soil. The site is preferably located on the territory of a non-EU state (item 5) and is a plot of land, likely leased temporarily, from the European Union by a non-EU state for the construction of a city-state structure. The European Union will pay the non-EU state – essentially the lessor of the land – some form of rent. - as a city-state belonging to the European Union, with all European regulations and laws. The Village Blue is thus a kind of temporary city-state. No single EU member state has the authority to govern this territory, but rather the European Union, headquartered in Brussels. Therefore, the Village Blue is a city-state of the EU. Perhaps in some respects comparable to the status of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region until 1997. If the VILLAGE BLEU is located on the African continent, for example, all those wishing to migrate will have the opportunity to reach the EU without having to use the dangerous sea route (e.g., the Mediterranean route). Migration will then only take place via the VILLAGE BLEU. Migrants who do not immigrate to the EU via the VILLAGE BLEU will be transferred to the VILLAGE BLEU upon identification and arrest. This is not a so-called deportation to a third country, as the VILLAGE BLEU is European territory. Illegal migrants will lose the possibility of obtaining permanent residency in the near future. This will significantly contribute to preventing those wishing to migrate from falling into the hands of smugglers. Thus, the VILLAGE BLEU essentially deprives smugglers of their business model. [2] The VILLAGE-BLEU is according to claim 1, characterized by , that - it is essentially divided into 3 districts. District BLEU is the central urban area (Pos. 1). It is home to migrants who have been assigned, or are about to be assigned, a place of residence in a European country through the CARD-BLEU points system. Most have already been granted a work permit and placement with an employer in one of the EU member states, all before leaving VILLAGE-BLEU. District BLEU (Pos. 1) is well-connected by transport, allowing departure by sea, land, and / or air (seaport, airport, train station, etc.) (Pos. 21). Belt GREEN (Pos. 2) largely encircles District BLEU (Pos. 1). Preferably in a horseshoe shape, or a kind of U-shape. Here live people willing to migrate who are registered in the points system, the CARD-BLEU, but have not yet achieved the status to leave the country. The Belt GREEN belongs to the European Union and is part of the leased area. The VIOLET Belt (Position 3) encircles the GREEN Belt (Position 2) in a ring-like fashion, preferably in a horseshoe shape or some other U-shape. This area is home to migrants who have not yet been granted status under the points system and have arrived independently. The VIOLET Belt (Position 3) is not part of the European Union and is organized by the non-EU state (neighboring state, third country) where the VILLAGE BLUE is located. The EU supports the organization of the VIOLET Belt. This Belt requires the utmost attention. The number of uncontrolled arrivals in the VIOLET Belt (Item 3) is reduced by the establishment of so-called satellite locations. Satellites (similar to institutes or consulates) can be established in any non-EU country, where one can obtain the CARD-BLEU or register. The CARD-BLEU is essentially not a physical card – it's a kind of app for smartphones. Initial points can be collected on the digital CARD-BLEU without physically being present in the VILLAGE BLEU. These satellites are somewhat reminiscent of the structure of a Goethe Institute and a consulate. Accordingly, it is possible to obtain an allocation of accommodation or employment before even arriving at a VILLAGE BLEU. [3] The VILLAGE-BLEU is according to claim 2, characterized by , that The residence permit is regulated by a digital points system using the digital CARD-BLEU – preferably a digital application (app) on a mobile device. This system is comparable to the German university admissions system NC (Numerus Clausus). The points earned in the CARD-BLEU points system are personal and non-transferable. The digital CARD-BLEU incorporates elements from the current "EU Blue Card" and the recently introduced "Payment Card for Asylum Seekers" and can therefore also be used to manage potentially eligible benefits. Digital technology offers significant advantages, and updates are easy to implement. Personal identity verification (Face ID or Touch ID) is readily available. Analog cards are highly susceptible to misuse. [4] The VILLAGE-BLEU is according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that - residency is regulated and the residents are self-sufficient and independently organized within this urban structure. Water and electricity supply, waste disposal, transportation infrastructure, education system (according to European standards) for the residents, security structures (police service, etc.), and all the infrastructure of a modern city are organized, produced, and managed within the territory of VILLAGE BLEU. There are no dependencies on the state (third country) from which the EU has leased the land. These infrastructure facilities are preferably located between the Belts (POS.21 and POS.22). They offer stability and security, and the stable currency of the European Union – the Euro (€) – significantly reduces push factors. The possibility of finding employment further contributes to this. The exchange rate arrangements must be agreed upon in advance. [5] The VILLAGE-BLEU is according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that - there will most likely be more than one VILLAGE BLEU - both as a coastal city and as a city-state without a coastline. As a coastal city, the crossing to the European mainland is via shipping. - only with authorized EU vessels. As a city-state in a landlocked country, transport is preferably by rail and air. [6] The VILLAGE-BLEU is according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that - There need not be any boundaries, such as fences or ditches, between the BELTs (positions 21 and 22). Reaching District BLEU (position 1) or Belt GREEN (position 2) does not automatically grant a residence permit for the European Union. During the day, one is free to choose their place of residence; at night, everyone is required to stay in accommodations corresponding to their BELT status. Failure to comply with these or other regulations further reduces the chances of migration (deductions will be made on the digital CARD-BLEU). [7] The VILLAGE-BLEU is according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that - it receives EU aid funds and enables more effective (and therefore more cost-efficient) development assistance. If the focus of development aid is on VILLAGE BLEU, a better cost-benefit ratio can be achieved. The willingness of third countries to cooperate can be taken into account when allocating traditional development aid. [8] The VILLAGE-BLEU is according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that It is essentially a city heavily focused on sports. Ideally, the VILLAGE BLEU will include numerous sports facilities. Many of these facilities are former Olympic venues that are dismantled at the host city and given a "second life" in the VILLAGE BLEU. Buildings from the Olympic Village can also be used in the VILLAGE BLEU, provided they are constructed using appropriate modular systems. The IOC could become a sponsor of the VILLAGE BLEU and may even host the Olympic Games there. [9] The VILLAGE-BLEU is according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that - A lower tax rate applies in this territory than in the rest of the EU. This will incentivize European businesses to invest in Village Bleu. Simpler procedures for grant funding for teaching and research should be pursued in Village Bleu.

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