The sudden closure of internal European borders during the COVID-19 crisis had not only practical consequences, but also changed how people thought about immigration and Europe. Recent research from the University of Amsterdam and international partners shows that these measures temporarily undermined trust in the EU and increased hostility toward immigrants—especially among people living near the borders.
Border closures during COVID briefly reduced support for immigrants and the EU
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