| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: DG Communication |
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| Series Title | Press Release |
| Series Details | IP/08/1955 (12.12.08) |
| Publication Date | 12/12/2008 |
| Content Type | News |
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As from 12 december, 2008, land border controls between Switzerland and the 24 countries currently making up the Schengen area have been lifted. Switzerland is also joining the Dublin system, which establishes the criteria for determining which Member State is responsible for examining an application for asylum. |
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| Source Link | Link to Main Source http://europa.eu/rapid/search.htm |
| Subject Categories | Justice and Home Affairs |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
