asylum policy
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asylum policy
The entirety of the political principles, laws, and measures of a state or group of states that regulate how asylum seekers are treated and how asylum is granted.
Die Asylpolitik ist ein zentrales und oft umstrittenes Thema in der europäischen Union.
Asylum policy is a central and often controversial topic in the European Union.
The word is made up of 'Asyl' (asylum) and 'Politik' (policy/politics). The 's' in the middle is a so-called 'Fugen-s' (linking s), which connects the two parts of the word.
Die Regierung diskutiert eine Reform der Asylpolitik.
The government is discussing a reform of asylum policy.
'Asylpolitik' (asylum policy) is often described with adjectives such as 'restriktiv' (restrictive), 'liberal' (liberal), or 'human' (humane). Typical verbs are 'verschärfen' (tighten), 'lockern' (relax/loosen), or 'kritisieren' (criticize).
Menschenrechtsorganisationen fordern eine humanere Asylpolitik.
Human rights organizations are calling for a more humane asylum policy.
This word belongs to the specialist language of politics and the media. It is used less often in everyday conversation, unless people are specifically talking about political topics.
In den Nachrichten wurde über die neue Asylpolitik berichtet.
The news reported on the new asylum policy.
refugee policy
'die Flüchtlingspolitik' and 'die Asylpolitik' are closely related because both have to do with people seeking protection. 'Asylpolitik' refers more specifically to the rules and decisions about asylum: Who may submit an application, how does the procedure work, and who receives asylum? 'Flüchtlingspolitik' is broader. It also concerns admission, accommodation, integration, and the legal status of refugees. Learners may confuse the words because asylum seekers can often later be recognized as refugees. When the topic is the procedure and granting of asylum, 'Asylpolitik' is more precise. When the topic is the overall way refugees are dealt with, 'Flüchtlingspolitik' fits better.
Die neue Asylpolitik soll die Verfahren für Schutzsuchende schneller machen.
The new asylum policy is intended to make procedures faster for people seeking protection.
In der Debatte geht es um die Flüchtlingspolitik und um mehr Hilfe bei der Integration.
The debate is about refugee policy and more help with integration.