EU’s ‘unpleasant and dangerous’ border checks need overhaul, says Greek airports boss
The CEO of Fraport Greece has criticized the EU's new entry-exit system (EES) for causing dangerous and unpleasant queues at airports. He is calling for an urgent overhaul of the biometric check process to prevent system collapse.
Why it matters
Border infrastructure challenges are impacting tourism and passenger safety, highlighting friction in the implementation of new EU security protocols.
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The article reports on operational and logistical complaints from an industry leader regarding government policy.
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