Borders Quote by Francois Hollande
“If there is not a united policy, this mechanism will not work: it will collapse, and it will... undoubtedly be the end of Schengen, the return of national borders.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: European Parliament, 2015
A unified policy is essential for the Schengen system; without it, borders will reappear.
In simple terms: Unified policy needed to keep open borders.
Support cohesive European policies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy negotiation
- EU legislation
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can achieve policy unity?
- How might member states resist?
Political realities may prevent full unity.